How to Pronounce Arson

To pronounce "arson", say ARS-on — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈɑːsən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/ˈɑːsən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “arson”

"arson" has 2 syllables: ars-on. It rhymes with parson and farcin, if that helps it stick.

What does arson mean?

noun

  1. The crime of deliberately starting a fire with intent to cause damage.

verb

  1. To illegally set fire to; to burn down in a criminal manner

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Words that rhyme with arson

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parsonfarcinarschinbarsoncarsonfarsongarsoningimarsonkarson

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "arson"?▾

"Arson" has 2 syllables: ars · on.

What is the IPA transcription of "arson"?▾

The IPA transcription of "arson" is /ˈɑːsən/.

What does "arson" mean?▾

Arson: The crime of deliberately starting a fire with intent to cause damage.

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