To pronounce "silence", say SIL-enc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈsaɪ.ləns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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/ˈsaɪ.ləns/
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"silence" has 3 syllables: sil-enc-e.
noun
“When the motor stopped, the silence was almost deafening.”
“"You have the right to silence," said the police officer.”
verb
“Can you silence the crowd, so we can start the show?”
“Women, as well as children, have their thoughts or emotions routinely silenced.”
interjection
“Silence! Enough of your insolence!”
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"Silence" has 3 syllables: sil · enc · e.
The IPA transcription of "silence" is /ˈsaɪ.ləns/.
Silence: The absence of any sound.
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