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Sentences Pronunciation

Sentences is pronounced SEN-tuhn-suhz, IPA /ˈsɛntənsəz/.

SEN-tuhn-suhz

US /ˈsɛntənsəz/  ·  UK /ˈsɛntənsɪz/

Syllables: SEN · tuhn · suhz (3 syllables, stress on syllable 1)

noun (plural): More than one sentence, whether in grammar or in a court.

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Sentences in a Sentence

  • Write three sentences about your weekend.
  • Both sentences were reduced on appeal.
  • Her sentences are short and very clear.

Common Mispronunciations of Sentences

Not SEN-ten-siz

Three beats, and the middle one weakens all the way down to tuhn.

Not sen-TEN-suhz

SEN at the front holds the beat even once the plural ending is added.

Tip: Three beats, SEN-tuhn-suhz. An es ending adds a buzzed uhz after an s sound.

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