How to Pronounce Trance

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

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/tɹɑːns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trance”

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

What does trance mean?

noun

  1. A dazed or unconscious condition.
  2. A state of awareness, concentration, and/or focus that filters experience and information (for example, a state of meditation or possession by some being).

verb

  1. To (cause to) be in a trance; to entrance.
  2. To create in or via a trance.

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Words that rhyme with trance

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

advanceenhanceglanceaskancecircumstancechanceprancemansedanceexpanselanceperchance

Related words

fascinateenchantmentcaptivateenchantbewitchbecharmcharmenamor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trance"?▾

"Trance" has 2 syllables: tranc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "trance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trance" is /tɹɑːns/.

What does "trance" mean?▾

Trance: A dazed or unconscious condition.

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