How to Pronounce Combustion

To pronounce "combustion", say COMB-ust-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “combustion”

"combustion" has 3 syllables: comb-ust-ion.

What does combustion mean?

noun

  1. The act or process of burning.
  2. A process where two chemicals are combined to produce heat.

Synonyms

cremationincineration

Related words

burningincendiaryignitioncombustibleflammableburntburnerflammability

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "combustion"?▾

"Combustion" has 3 syllables: comb · ust · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "combustion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "combustion" is /kəmˈbʌs.tʃən/.

What does "combustion" mean?▾

Combustion: The act or process of burning.

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