How to pronounce cognizance
Say it like KOG-nih-zuns. Cognizance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOG).
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- KOG
- nih
- zuns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Cognizance pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KOGSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- nihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- zunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of cognizance
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KOG-nih-zuns.
What does cognizance mean?
- An emblem, badge or device, used as a distinguishing mark by the body of retainers of a royal or noble house.
- Notice or awareness.
- Jurisdiction.
Where does cognizance come from?
From Middle English conysaunce, from Old French conysance (“recognition," later, "knowledge”), from Old French conoissance (“acquaintance, recognition; knowledge, wisdom”), from conoistre (“to know”), from Latin cognōscō (“know”), from con-
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Questions about saying cognizance
How do you pronounce cognizance?
Say KOG-nih-zuns. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑɡnɪzəns/. In British English it is /ˈkɒɡnɪzəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in cognizance?
Cognizance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KOG). Broken into parts: KOG · nih · zuns.
Is cognizance 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 /ˈkɒɡnɪzəns/ (KOG-nih-zuns).