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How to pronounce “absence”

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Pronunciation guide for absence

Learning goal
Practice the English pronunciation of absence with real speech in context.
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8 YouTube examples
Real speech example
Dr. Hil MalatinoBut in the absence of that, medical institutions
Definition summary
A state of being away or withdrawn from a place or from companionship

Example 1 of 8

How to pronounce absence

Dr. Hil Malatino

But in the absence of that, medical institutions

Example Sentences

A Deep Dive Into “absence”

Meaning

  • [Noun]
  • A state of being away or withdrawn from a place or from companionship
  • The period of someone being away. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.][1]
  • Failure to be present where one is expected, wanted, or needed; nonattendance; deficiency. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.][1]
  • Lack; deficiency; non-existence. [First attested around 1350 to 1470.][1]
  • Inattention to things present; abstraction (of mind). [First attested in the early 18th century.][1]
  • (medicine) Temporary loss or disruption of consciousness, with sudden onset and recovery, and common in epilepsy. [First attested in the mid 20th century.][1]
  • (fencing) Lack of contact between blades.

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