How to Pronounce Sequence

To pronounce "sequence", say SEQ-uenc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsiːkwəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈsiːkwəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “sequence”

"sequence" has 3 syllables: seq-uenc-e.

What does sequence mean?

noun

  1. A set of things next to each other in a set order; a series
  2. The state of being sequent or following; order of succession.

    “Complete the listed tasks in sequence.”

verb

  1. To arrange in an order
  2. To determine the order of things, especially of amino acids in a protein, or of bases in a nucleic acid

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Related words

successivenesssuccessionepisodeserialseriesordersequentiallytiming

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "sequence"?▾

"Sequence" has 3 syllables: seq · uenc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "sequence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "sequence" is /ˈsiːkwəns/.

What does "sequence" mean?▾

Sequence: A set of things next to each other in a set order; a series

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