How to Pronounce "in essence"
expression
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɛsəns
in ESS-uhns
ˈɪn/ /ˈɛsəns
in ESS-uhns
Definition
Used to express the most basic and important qualities of something, meaning 'basically' or 'essentially'.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn/, /ɪn/ /ˈɛsəns
British English
ˈɪn/ /ˈɛsəns
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in ESS-uhns
UK
in ESS-uhns
Listen in Context
In essence, this rule means you have to arrive early.
Cats and dogs are, in essence, different animals.
In essence, water is made of hydrogen and oxygen.
He talks a lot, but in essence, his point is simple.