How to Pronounce "semblance"
word
ˈsɛmbɫəns
SEM-bluhnss
sˈɛmbləns
SEM-bluhns
Definition
A semblance is the outward appearance or form of something, often used when that appearance is misleading or only a slight sign of the real thing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɛmbɫəns
British English
sˈɛmbləns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SEM-bluhnss
UK
SEM-bluhns
Listen in Context
She tried to keep a semblance of calm during the emergency.
After the disaster, there was no semblance of normality left.
The room had a semblance of order despite the mess.
He wore a smile, but it was just a semblance of happiness.