How to pronounce monstrance
Say it like MAHNZ-truns. Monstrance has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAHNZ).
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- MAHNZ
- truns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Monstrance pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- MAHNZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- trunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of monstrance
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: MON-struns.
What does monstrance mean?
- An ornamental, often precious receptacle, either open or with a transparent cover, in which the sacramental bread (consecrated host) is placed for Eucharistic adoration.
Where does monstrance come from?
From Middle English mustraunce, from Old French mostrance, monstrance, from post-classical Latin mōnstrantia, from classical Latin mōnstrāns, present participle of mōnstrāre (“to show”).
Questions about saying monstrance
How do you pronounce monstrance?
Say MAHNZ-truns. The American pronunciation is /ˈmɑnztrəns/. In British English it is /ˈmɒnstrəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in monstrance?
Monstrance has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (MAHNZ). Broken into parts: MAHNZ · truns.
Is monstrance 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 /ˈmɒnstrəns/ (MON-struns).