How to pronounce permanence
Say it like PUR-muh-nuns. Permanence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR).
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- PUR
- muh
- nuns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Permanence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PURSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ur" in nurse.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- nunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of permanence
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: PUR-muh-nuns.
What does permanence mean?
- The state of being permanent.
- The reciprocal of magnetic inductance.
Where does permanence come from?
From Middle English permanence, permanens, from Middle French permanence, from Medieval Latin permanentia, from Latin permaneō (“to remain; last”).
Questions about saying permanence
How do you pronounce permanence?
Say PUR-muh-nuns. The American pronunciation is /ˈpɝmənəns/. In British English it is /ˈpɝmənəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in permanence?
Permanence has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PUR). Broken into parts: PUR · muh · nuns.
Is permanence 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 /ˈpɝmənəns/ (PUR-muh-nuns).