How to Pronounce Stance

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/stæns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “stance”

"stance" has 2 syllables: stanc-e. It rhymes with advance and enhance, if that helps it stick.

What does stance mean?

noun

  1. The manner, pose, or posture in which one stands.

    “The fencer’s stance showed he was ready to begin.”

  2. One's opinion or point of view.

    “I don’t agree with your stance on gun control.”

verb

  1. To place, to position, to station; (specifically) to put (cattle) into an enclosure or pen in preparation for sale.

Synonyms

positionposturestand

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Words that rhyme with stance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advanceenhanceglanceaskancecircumstancechanceprancemansedanceexpanselanceperchance

Related words

postureattitudeposturingattitudinalstandingstandviewpositioning

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "stance"?▾

"Stance" has 2 syllables: stanc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "stance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "stance" is /stæns/.

What does "stance" mean?▾

Stance: The manner, pose, or posture in which one stands.

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