How to Pronounce Allusion

To pronounce "allusion", say ALL-us-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /əˈlu.ʒən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/əˈlu.ʒən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “allusion”

"allusion" has 3 syllables: all-us-ion. It rhymes with illusion and seclusion, if that helps it stick.

What does allusion mean?

noun

  1. An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned

Words that rhyme with allusion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

illusionseclusiondelusionconclusionprofusioninclusionconfusionexclusioncontusionintrusiondiffusionfusion

Related words

implicationhintsuggestioninferencementionindicationreferencefootnote

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "allusion"?▾

"Allusion" has 3 syllables: all · us · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "allusion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "allusion" is /əˈlu.ʒən/.

What does "allusion" mean?▾

Allusion: An indirect reference; a hint; a reference to something supposed to be known, but not explicitly mentioned

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