How to Pronounce "absence"
word
/ˈæbsəns/
AB-suhnts
/ˈæbsəns/
AB-suhnts
Definition
The state of not being in a place where someone is expected to be. It can also mean a lack of something or the fact that something is missing.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæbsəns/
British English
/ˈæbsəns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AB-suhnts
UK
AB-suhnts
Listen in Context
Her absence from class was noticed by the teacher.
The absence of sugar changed the taste of the cake.
His long absence made his friends worry.
In the absence of a manager, Maria made the final decision.