How to Pronounce "ordinances"
word
ˈɔɹdənənsɪz
OR-duh-nuhn-siz
ˈɔːdɪnənsɪz
AW-di-nuhn-siz
Definition
Ordinances are official rules or laws created by a local government, such as a city or town authority. Sometimes, 'ordinance' can also refer to a religious command or practice.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɔɹdənənsɪz
British English
ˈɔːdɪnənsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OR-duh-nuhn-siz
UK
AW-di-nuhn-siz
Listen in Context
The city council passed new ordinances about noise at night.
There are strict ordinances against littering in this park.
Some ordinances require pet owners to use a leash.
They changed the parking ordinances last year, so make sure you check the signs.