How to pronounce arrogance
Say it like ER-uh-guns. Arrogance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ER).
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US American/ˈɛrəɡəns/ER-uh-guns
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- ER
- uh
- guns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Arrogance pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ERSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- gunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does arrogance mean?
noun
- overbearing pride evidenced by a superior manner toward inferiors
Where does arrogance come from?
From Middle English arrogaunce, from Middle French arrogance, from Latin arrogantia.
Questions about saying arrogance
How do you pronounce arrogance?
Say ER-uh-guns. The American pronunciation is /ˈɛrəɡəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in arrogance?
Arrogance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (ER). Broken into parts: ER · uh · guns.