How to pronounce insolence
Say it like IN-suh-luns. Insolence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN).
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- IN
- suh
- luns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Insolence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- INSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- lunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of insolence
American and British speakers say insolence in essentially the same way: /ˈɪnsələns/ in the US and /ˈɪnsələns/ in the UK.
British respelling: IN-suh-luns.
What does insolence mean?
- Contemptible, ill-mannered conduct; insulting: arrogant, bold behavior or attitude.
- Insolent conduct or treatment; insult.
Where does insolence come from?
From Middle French insolence, from Latin īnsolentia.
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Questions about saying insolence
How do you pronounce insolence?
Say IN-suh-luns. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪnsələns/. In British English it is /ˈɪnsələns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in insolence?
Insolence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IN). Broken into parts: IN · suh · luns.
Do Americans and Brits say insolence the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪnsələns/ and the British form is /ˈɪnsələns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.