How to Pronounce Aggression

To pronounce "aggression", say AGGR-ess-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈɡɹɛʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/əˈɡɹɛʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “aggression”

"aggression" has 3 syllables: aggr-ess-ion. It rhymes with expression and discretion, if that helps it stick.

What does aggression mean?

noun

  1. The act of initiating hostilities or invasion.
  2. The practice or habit of launching attacks.

Antonyms

nonaggression

Words that rhyme with aggression

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

expressiondiscretionoppressionobsessionconcessionimpressionprogressionquestionaccessionregressiondigressionpossession

Related words

aggressivenesshostilityaggressorattackinginvasiveassaultattackinvade

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "aggression"?▾

"Aggression" has 3 syllables: aggr · ess · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "aggression"?▾

The IPA transcription of "aggression" is /əˈɡɹɛʃən/.

What does "aggression" mean?▾

Aggression: The act of initiating hostilities or invasion.

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