How to Pronounce "clemency"
word
ˈkɫɛmənsi
KLEM-uhn-see
klˈɛmənsi
klem-UHN-see
Definition
Clemency is the act of showing mercy or forgiveness, especially by someone in authority like a judge or government, toward someone who has done wrong.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkɫɛmənsi
British English
klˈɛmənsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KLEM-uhn-see
UK
klem-UHN-see
Listen in Context
The judge showed clemency and gave her a lighter sentence.
The prisoner asked for clemency before his execution.
Many people believe in showing clemency to first-time offenders.
Her family begged the president for clemency, hoping he would spare her life.