How to pronounce convalescence
Say it like kahn-vuh-LES-uns. Convalescence has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LES).
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- kahn
- vuh
- LES
- uns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Convalescence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kahnGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- vuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LESSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- unsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
What does convalescence mean?
- A gradual healing after illness or injury.
- The period of time spent healing.
Where does convalescence come from?
Borrowed from Middle French convalescence, from Late Latin convalēscentia (“regaining of health”), from Latin convalēscēn(t-)s, present participle of convalēscere (“to become strong or well”); see convalesce.
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Words that rhyme with convalescence
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of convalescence.
- essence
- adolescence
- fluorescence
- obsolescence
- inflorescence
- luminescence
- senescence
- acquiescence
- evanescence
- quintessence
Questions about saying convalescence
How do you pronounce convalescence?
Say kahn-vuh-LES-uns. The American pronunciation is /ˌkɑnvəˈlɛsəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in convalescence?
Convalescence has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LES). Broken into parts: kahn · vuh · LES · uns.