How to pronounce parlance
Say it like PAR-luns. Parlance has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR).
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- PAR
- luns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Parlance pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PARSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- lunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of parlance
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PAH-luns.
What does parlance mean?
- A certain way of speaking, of using words; especially that associated with a particular job or interest.
- Of a word, the quality of being lexicalized; especially as jargon or slang.
Where does parlance come from?
From Middle English *parlaunce, from Anglo-Norman parlance, parlaunce, from parler (“to talk”) + -ance.
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Questions about saying parlance
How do you pronounce parlance?
Say PAR-luns. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɑrləns/. In British English it is /ˈpɑːləns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in parlance?
Parlance has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PAR). Broken into parts: PAR · luns.
Is parlance 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 /ˈpɑːləns/ (PAH-luns).