How to Pronounce "obeisance"
word
oʊˈbeɪsəns
oh-BAY-suhns
ˈəʊbɪsəns
uh-BIS-uhns
Definition
Obeisance is the act of showing deep respect to someone, often by bowing or a similar gesture. It can also mean any gesture or act that expresses respect or submission.
IPA Transcription
American English
oʊˈbeɪsəns
British English
ˈəʊbɪsəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-BAY-suhns
UK
uh-BIS-uhns
Listen in Context
The soldiers bowed in obeisance to their commander.
He made a low obeisance when he entered the palace.
People in some cultures show obeisance by touching their forehead to the ground.
The crowd paid obeisance to the new king during the ceremony.