How to Pronounce Poignancy

To pronounce "poignancy", say POIGN-ancy — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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POIGN-ancy

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💡 Tip for remembering “poignancy”

"poignancy" has 2 syllables: poign-ancy.

What does poignancy mean?

noun

  1. The quality of being poignant

Related words

poignancepathospiquantnesspertinencepointfulnesspertinentnesspertinacyimpactfulness

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How many syllables are in "poignancy"?▾

"Poignancy" has 2 syllables: poign · ancy.

What does "poignancy" mean?▾

Poignancy: The quality of being poignant

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