How to Pronounce Cession

To pronounce "cession", say CESS-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈsɛʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈsɛʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cession”

"cession" has 2 syllables: cess-ion. It rhymes with expression and discretion, if that helps it stick.

What does cession mean?

noun

  1. That which is ceded. Insurance: (part of) a risk which is transferred from one actor to another.
  2. The giving up of rights, property etc. which one is entitled to.

Words that rhyme with cession

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

expressiondiscretionoppressionobsessionconcessionimpressionprogressionquestionaccessionregressiondigressionpossession

Related words

cedingsurrenderdispositionrelinquishmentrenunciationassignmentdisposalsale

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cession"?▾

"Cession" has 2 syllables: cess · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "cession"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cession" is /ˈsɛʃən/.

What does "cession" mean?▾

Cession: That which is ceded. Insurance: (part of) a risk which is transferred from one actor to another.

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