How to pronounce exceedance
Say it like ek-SEE-duns. Exceedance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEE).
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- ek
- SEE
- duns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Exceedance pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ekKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- SEESay 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 exceedance
American and British speakers say exceedance in essentially the same way: /ɛkˈsidəns/ in the US and /ɛkˈsiːdəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: ek-SEE-duns.
What does exceedance mean?
- The extent to which an action, activity or substance exceeds a limit set by recommended practice, legislation, etc.
Where does exceedance come from?
From exceed + -ance.
Words that rhyme with exceedance
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of exceedance.
Questions about saying exceedance
How do you pronounce exceedance?
Say ek-SEE-duns. The American pronunciation is /ɛkˈsidəns/. In British English it is /ɛkˈsiːdəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in exceedance?
Exceedance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (SEE). Broken into parts: ek · SEE · duns.
Do Americans and Brits say exceedance the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛkˈsidəns/ and the British form is /ɛkˈsiːdəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.