How to Pronounce Adhesion

To pronounce "adhesion", say ADH-es-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

ADH-es-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “adhesion”

"adhesion" has 3 syllables: adh-es-ion. It rhymes with lesion and cohesion, if that helps it stick.

What does adhesion mean?

noun

  1. The ability of a substance to stick to an unlike substance.
  2. Persistent attachment or loyalty.

Antonyms

cohesion

Words that rhyme with adhesion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

lesioncohesionartesiancartesianpolynesianindonesianmelanesianpeleponnesian

Related words

adhesivenessadherencebondstickinessbondingtractionattachmentadhesive

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "adhesion"?▾

"Adhesion" has 3 syllables: adh · es · ion.

What does "adhesion" mean?▾

Adhesion: The ability of a substance to stick to an unlike substance.

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