How to Pronounce Tenancy

To pronounce "tenancy", say TEN-ancy — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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TEN-ancy

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💡 Tip for remembering “tenancy”

"tenancy" has 2 syllables: ten-ancy.

What does tenancy mean?

noun

  1. The occupancy of property, etc., under a lease, or by paying rent.
  2. The period of occupancy by a tenant.

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Related words

occupancyleaselesseeleaseholdrentrenterleasedrenting

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How many syllables are in "tenancy"?▾

"Tenancy" has 2 syllables: ten · ancy.

What does "tenancy" mean?▾

Tenancy: The occupancy of property, etc., under a lease, or by paying rent.

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