How to pronounce resonance
Say it like REZ-uh-nuns. Resonance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REZ).
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- REZ
- uh
- nuns
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Resonance pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- REZSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- uhKeep 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 resonance
American and British speakers say resonance in essentially the same way: /ˈrɛzənəns/ in the US and /ˈrɛzənəns/ in the UK.
British respelling: REZ-uh-nuns.
What does resonance mean?
- an excited state of a stable particle causing a sharp maximum in the probability of absorption of electromagnetic radiation
- a vibration of large amplitude produced by a relatively small vibration near the same frequency of vibration as the natural frequency of the resonating system
- having the character of a loud deep sound; the quality of being resonant
Where does resonance come from?
From Old French resonance (French résonance), from Latin resonantia (“echo”), from resonō (“to resound”).
Questions about saying resonance
How do you pronounce resonance?
Say REZ-uh-nuns. The American pronunciation is /ˈrɛzənəns/. In British English it is /ˈrɛzənəns/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in resonance?
Resonance has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (REZ). Broken into parts: REZ · uh · nuns.
Do Americans and Brits say resonance the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈrɛzənəns/ and the British form is /ˈrɛzənəns/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.