How to Pronounce Sentences

To pronounce "sentences", say SENT-enc-es — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛntənsɪz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈsɛntənsɪz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sentences”

"sentences" has 3 syllables: sent-enc-es.

What does sentences mean?

noun

  1. The decision or judgement of a jury or court; a verdict.

    “The court returned a sentence of guilt in the first charge, but innocence in the second.”

  2. The judicial order for a punishment to be imposed on a person convicted of a crime.

    “The judge declared a sentence of death by hanging for the infamous cattle rustler.”

verb

  1. To declare a sentence on a convicted person; to doom; to condemn to punishment.

    “The judge sentenced the embezzler to ten years in prison, along with a hefty fine.”

  2. To decree or announce as a sentence.

Synonyms

convictionverdict

Related words

convictioncondemndoomtimeadjudicationawardsclausescomb

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sentences"?▾

"Sentences" has 3 syllables: sent · enc · es.

What is the IPA transcription of "sentences"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sentences" is /ˈsɛntənsɪz/.

What does "sentences" mean?▾

Sentences: The decision or judgement of a jury or court; a verdict.

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