How to Pronounce Commotion

To pronounce "commotion", say COMM-ot-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /kəˈməʊ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kəˈməʊ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “commotion”

"commotion" has 3 syllables: comm-ot-ion. It rhymes with notion and devotion, if that helps it stick.

What does commotion mean?

noun

  1. A state of turbulent motion.
  2. An agitated disturbance or a hubbub.

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Words that rhyme with commotion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

notiondevotionemotionpotionpromotionlocomotionlotiondemotion

Related words

tumultruckusrumpusstirdinto-doturmoildisturbance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "commotion"?▾

"Commotion" has 3 syllables: comm · ot · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "commotion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "commotion" is /kəˈməʊ.ʃən/.

What does "commotion" mean?▾

Commotion: A state of turbulent motion.

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