How to Pronounce Reverence

To pronounce "reverence", say REV-er-enc-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹəns/

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💡 Tip for remembering “reverence”

"reverence" has 4 syllables: rev-er-enc-e. It rhymes with irreverence and leverenz, if that helps it stick.

What does reverence mean?

noun

  1. Veneration; profound awe and respect, normally in a sacred context.
  2. An act of showing respect, such as a bow.

verb

  1. To show or feel reverence to.

Synonyms

honourvenerate

Antonyms

blasphemycontemptprofanity

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Words that rhyme with reverence

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irreverenceleverenzseverance

Related words

veneratereverevenerationawefearhonourablerespectadore

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reverence"?▾

"Reverence" has 4 syllables: rev · er · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "reverence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reverence" is /ˈɹɛv.ə.ɹəns/.

What does "reverence" mean?▾

Reverence: Veneration; profound awe and respect, normally in a sacred context.

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