How to pronounce Provence
Say it like PROH-vuns. Provence has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH).
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- PROH
- vuns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Provence pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- PROHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "o" in go.
- vunsKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of Provence
- The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2.
British respelling: pruh-VONS.
What does Provence mean?
- A maritime geographic region and former province of southeastern France bordering Italy; since 2016 included in the administrative region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur.
Where does Provence come from?
Borrowed from French Provence.
Questions about saying Provence
How do you pronounce Provence?
Say PROH-vuns. The American pronunciation is /ˈproʊvəns/. In British English it is /prəˈvɒns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in Provence?
Provence has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (PROH). Broken into parts: PROH · vuns.
Is Provence pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The stress moves: Americans stress syllable 1, while British speakers stress syllable 2. The British form is /prəˈvɒns/ (pruh-VONS).