English pronunciation · Words Starting with D
Dense Pronunciation
Dense is pronounced DENS, IPA /ˈdɛns/.
DENS
US /ˈdɛns/ · UK /ˈdɛns/
Syllables: DENS (1 syllable)
adjective: Packed closely together, or hard to see through or to read.
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Dense in a Sentence
- Dense fog closed the bridge for two hours.
- The second chapter is dense but worth the effort.
- Hazel grows dense along that bank.
Common Mispronunciations of Dense
Not DENZ
The ending hisses instead of buzzing, which is what keeps the word apart from dens.
Not DANS
Keep the jaw close and the tongue high. Opening out to the a of cat gives dance, which is a different word.
Tip: Density and densely both hold on to that short e.
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