How to Pronounce "larceny"
word
/ˈɫɑɹsəni/
LAR-suh-nee
/lˈɑːsəni/
LAH-suh-nee
Definition
Larceny is the crime of taking someone else's property without their permission, usually with the intent to keep it. It is a legal term for theft, especially in the context of law.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɫɑɹsəni/
British English
/lˈɑːsəni/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
LAR-suh-nee
UK
LAH-suh-nee
Listen in Context
Larceny is a serious crime in most countries.
She was arrested for larceny last year.
The police investigated a case of larceny at the store.
He's facing grand larceny charges after stealing expensive jewelry.