How to Pronounce "distance"
word
DIS-tuhns
DIS-tuhns
Definition
The amount of space between two places, people, or things. It can also mean a less close relationship, especially emotionally.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈdɪstəns/
British English
/dˈɪstəns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIS-tuhns
UK
DIS-tuhns
Listen in Context
The distance from my house to school is two kilometers.
Please keep a safe distance from the fire.
We could see the mountains in the distance.
Even after we moved to different cities, the distance didn't affect our friendship.