How to Pronounce "incense"
word
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/, /ˌɪnˈsɛns/
IN-sens, in-SENS
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/, /ˌɪnˈsɛns/
IN-sens, in-SENS
Definition
A substance that is burned to produce a pleasant smell, often used in religious ceremonies, meditation, or for making spaces smell good.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/, /ˌɪnˈsɛns/
British English
/ˈɪnˌsɛns/, /ˌɪnˈsɛns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-sens, in-SENS
UK
IN-sens, in-SENS
Listen in Context
She likes to burn incense when she meditates.
The smell of incense filled the temple.
He bought a box of incense sticks at the market.
Lighting some incense always helps me relax after a long day.