How to Pronounce Complexion

To pronounce "complexion", say COMPL-ex-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /kəmˈplɛkʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kəmˈplɛkʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “complexion”

"complexion" has 3 syllables: compl-ex-ion. It rhymes with affection and connection, if that helps it stick.

What does complexion mean?

noun

  1. The combination of humours making up one's physiological "temperament", being either hot or cold, and moist or dry.
  2. The quality, colour, or appearance of the skin on the face.

    “a rugged complexion;  a sunburnt complexion”

verb

  1. To give a colour to.

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Words that rhyme with complexion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affectionconnectionintrospectionreflectionpredilectioninflectioninsurrectionrecollectiondisconnectionsectionprotectionprojection

Related words

complectionphysiognomyfacehuecoloringcolorskin

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "complexion"?▾

"Complexion" has 3 syllables: compl · ex · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "complexion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "complexion" is /kəmˈplɛkʃən/.

What does "complexion" mean?▾

Complexion: The combination of humours making up one's physiological "temperament", being either hot or cold, and moist or dry.

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