How to pronounce ordinances
Say it like OR-duh-nun-siz. Ordinances has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR).
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- OR
- duh
- nun
- siz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ordinances pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ORSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- duhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- sizKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
American vs British pronunciation of ordinances
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: AW-dih-nun-siz.
What does ordinances mean?
- plural of ordinance How to pronounce ordinance
Questions about saying ordinances
How do you pronounce ordinances?
Say OR-duh-nun-siz. The American pronunciation is /ˈɔrdənənsɪz/. In British English it is /ˈɔːdɪnənsɪz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ordinances?
Ordinances has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (OR). Broken into parts: OR · duh · nun · siz.
Is ordinances pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˈɔːdɪnənsɪz/ (AW-dih-nun-siz).