How to Pronounce Science

To pronounce "science", say SCIENC-e — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsaɪəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsaɪəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “science”

"science" has 2 syllables: scienc-e. It rhymes with compliance and appliance, if that helps it stick.

What does science mean?

noun

  1. A particular discipline or branch of learning, especially one dealing with measurable or systematic principles rather than intuition or natural ability.

    “Of course in my opinion Social Studies is more of a science than an art.”

  2. Specifically the natural sciences.

    “My favorite subjects at school are science, mathematics, and history.”

verb

  1. To cause to become versed in science; to make skilled; to instruct.
  2. To use science to solve a problem.

noun

  1. The sport of boxing.

Synonyms

scisci.

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Words that rhyme with science

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

complianceappliancereliancenoncompliancepseudoscienceneuroscienceoverreliancetelesciencealliancebryansk

Related words

skillscientificallyscientificscientiststudiesscholarlyeducationtechnology

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "science"?▾

"Science" has 2 syllables: scienc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "science"?▾

The IPA transcription of "science" is /ˈsaɪəns/.

What does "science" mean?▾

Science: A particular discipline or branch of learning, especially one dealing with measurable or systematic principles rather than intuition or natural ability.

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