How to pronounce constancy
Say it like KAHN-stun-see. Constancy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN).
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- KAHN
- stun
- see
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Constancy pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KAHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- stunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- seeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
American vs British pronunciation of constancy
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: KON-stun-see.
What does constancy mean?
- The quality of being constant; steadiness or faithfulness in action, affections, purpose, etc.
- An unchanging quality or characteristic of a person or thing.
Where does constancy come from?
Borrowed from Latin cōnstantia.
Similar and opposite words
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Questions about saying constancy
How do you pronounce constancy?
Say KAHN-stun-see. The American pronunciation is /ˈkɑnstənsi/. In British English it is /ˈkɒnstənsi/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in constancy?
Constancy has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KAHN). Broken into parts: KAHN · stun · see.
Is constancy 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 /ˈkɒnstənsi/ (KON-stun-see).