How to Pronounce Vengeance

"Vengeance" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈvɛndʒəns/ in IPA and it has 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

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2

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˈvɛndʒəns/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/vˈɛndʒəns/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “vengeance

"vengeance" has 2 syllables: vengeance.

What does vengeance mean?

noun

  1. Revenge taken for an insult, injury, or other wrong.
  2. Desire for revenge.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "vengeance"?

"Vengeance" is not spelled the way it sounds. Its pronunciation is /ˈvɛndʒəns/ in IPA and it has 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents — the audio is the reliable guide for a word like this.

How many syllables are in "vengeance"?

"Vengeance" has 2 syllables.

What is the IPA transcription of "vengeance"?

The IPA transcription of "vengeance" is /ˈvɛndʒəns/.

What does "vengeance" mean?

Vengeance: Revenge taken for an insult, injury, or other wrong.

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