How to Pronounce Valence

To pronounce "valence", say VAL-enc-e — 3 syllables, IPA /ˈveɪləns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˈveɪləns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “valence”

"valence" has 3 syllables: val-enc-e. It rhymes with surveillance and valance, if that helps it stick.

What does valence mean?

noun

An extract; a preparation, now especially one effective against a certain number of strains of a pathogen.
The combining capacity of an atom, radical or functional group determined by the number of electrons that it will lose, gain, or share when it combines with other atoms etc.

Synonyms

valency

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Words that rhyme with valence

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surveillance valance failance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "valence"?▾

"Valence" has 3 syllables: val · enc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "valence"?▾

The IPA transcription of "valence" is /ˈveɪləns/.

What does "valence" mean?▾

Valence: An extract; a preparation, now especially one effective against a certain number of strains of a pathogen.

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