How to Pronounce "sentence"
word
/ˈsɛntəns/
SEN-uhns
/sˈɛntəns/
SEN-tuhns
Definition
A sentence is a group of words that expresses a complete idea in writing or speech. It can also mean an official punishment decided by a judge in court.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈsɛntəns/
British English
/sˈɛntəns/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEN-uhns
UK
SEN-tuhns
Listen in Context
Please write one sentence about your family.
This sentence is too long.
The judge gave him a five-year sentence.
Can you put that idea into one clear sentence?