How to Pronounce Recognisance

To pronounce "recognisance", say REC-ogn-is-anc-e — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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12

Letters

REC-ogn-is-anc-e

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"recognisance" has 5 syllables: rec-ogn-is-anc-e.

What does recognisance mean?

noun

  1. A form of bail; a promise made by the accused to the court that they will attend all required judicial proceedings and will not engage in further illegal activity or other prohibited conduct as set by the court.

    “The defendant was released on his own recognizance.”

  2. A token; a symbol; a pledge.

Related words

recognizancehostageshipparolebailmentacknowledgmentcognizancebond

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How many syllables are in "recognisance"?▾

"Recognisance" has 5 syllables: rec · ogn · is · anc · e.

What does "recognisance" mean?▾

Recognisance: A form of bail; a promise made by the accused to the court that they will attend all required judicial proceedings and will not engage in further illegal activity or other prohibited conduct as set by the court.

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