"Imparlance" is a rarely used term that can cause confusion when it comes to spelling. The correct spelling is /ɪmˈpɑː.ləns/, with the stress on the second syllable. The word is derived from the French word "parler", meaning "to speak", with the addition of the prefix "im-", meaning "not". This creates the meaning of "lack of speech" or "silence". While not commonly used, "imparlance" can be found in legal contexts as a method of communication between parties during a trial.