To pronounce "apprehensions", say APPR-eh-ens-ions — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"apprehensions" has 4 syllables: appr-eh-ens-ions. It rhymes with pretensions and dimensions, if that helps it stick.
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"Apprehensions" has 4 syllables: appr · eh · ens · ions.
Apprehensions: The physical act of seizing or taking hold of (something); seizing.
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