How to Pronounce Allusions

To pronounce "allusions", say ALL-us-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

ALL-us-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “allusions”

"allusions" has 3 syllables: all-us-ions. It rhymes with conclusions and delusions, if that helps it stick.

What does allusions mean?

noun

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

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Words that rhyme with allusions

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conclusionsdelusionscontusionsconfusionsillusionsexclusionsinfusionsintrusionstransfusionsfusionsinclusions

Related words

claimsfactshintsindicationsinsinuationsmattersovertonesreferences

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "allusions"?▾

"Allusions" has 3 syllables: all · us · ions.

What does "allusions" mean?▾

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

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