How to Pronounce Caution

To pronounce "caution", say CAUT-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈkɔːʃ(ə)n/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈkɔːʃ(ə)n/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “caution”

"caution" has 2 syllables: caut-ion. It rhymes with precaution and boschen, if that helps it stick.

What does caution mean?

noun

  1. Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction; prudence in regard to danger; provident care
  2. A careful attention to the probable effects of an act, in order that failure or harm may be avoided

    “The guideline expressed caution against excessive radiographic imaging.”

verb

  1. To warn; to alert, advise that caution is warranted.
  2. To give a yellow card

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Words that rhyme with caution

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

precautionboschenfoshan

Related words

precautioncautiousnesscircumspectioncarefulnesscaveatforethoughtadmonishcare

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "caution"?▾

"Caution" has 2 syllables: caut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "caution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "caution" is /ˈkɔːʃ(ə)n/.

What does "caution" mean?▾

Caution: Precept or warning against evil or danger of any kind; exhortation to wariness; advice; injunction; prudence in regard to danger; provident care

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