The word "Somonaunce" is pronounced /səˈmʌnəns/ and refers to an announcement or proclamation. The spelling of this word is derived from its Old French origins, where it was spelled "somonance." The Middle English version of the word, "soumounsaunce," eventually evolved into the modern-day spelling of "somonaunce." The use of the silent "n" in the spelling is typical of Middle English and reflects the word's French roots. Despite its archaic origin, the word is still occasionally used in literary works today.