How to pronounce credence
Say it like KREE-duns. Credence has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE).
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- KREE
- duns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Credence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- KREESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- dunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of credence
American and British speakers say credence in essentially the same way: /ˈkridəns/ in the US and /ˈkriːdəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: KREE-duns.
What does credence mean?
- Acceptance of a belief or claim as true, especially on the basis of evidence.“Based on the scientific data, I give credence to this hypothesis.”
- Credential or supporting material for a person or claim.“He presented us with a letter of credence.”
- A small table or credenza used in certain Christian religious services.
Where does credence come from?
From Middle English credence, from Old French credence, from Medieval Latin crēdentia (“belief, faith”), from Latin crēdēns, present active participle of crēdō (“loan, confide in, trust, believe”).
Similar and opposite words
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Words that rhyme with credence
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Questions about saying credence
How do you pronounce credence?
Say KREE-duns. The American pronunciation is /ˈkridəns/. In British English it is /ˈkriːdəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in credence?
Credence has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (KREE). Broken into parts: KREE · duns.
Do Americans and Brits say credence the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈkridəns/ and the British form is /ˈkriːdəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.