How to pronounce abscondence
Say it like abz-KON-dunts. Abscondence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KON).
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- abz
- KON
- dunts
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Abscondence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- abzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- KONSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- duntsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of abscondence
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: abz-KON-dunts.
What does abscondence mean?
- The act of absconding, or illicitly escaping; hiding of a fugitive.
Where does abscondence come from?
From abscond + -ence.
Questions about saying abscondence
How do you pronounce abscondence?
Say abz-KON-dunts. The American pronunciation is /æbzˈkɑndənts/. In British English it is /æbzˈkɒndənts/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in abscondence?
Abscondence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KON). Broken into parts: abz · KON · dunts.
Is abscondence pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /æbzˈkɒndənts/ (abz-KON-dunts).