How to Pronounce Conception

To pronounce "conception", say CONC-ept-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈsɛpʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kənˈsɛpʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “conception”

"conception" has 3 syllables: conc-ept-ion. It rhymes with perception and deception, if that helps it stick.

What does conception mean?

noun

  1. The act of conceiving.
  2. The state of being conceived; the beginning.

Antonyms

misconception

Words that rhyme with conception

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

perceptiondeceptioninceptionmisconceptionreceptionmisperceptionexceptionself-deceptionpreconceptioncontraception

Related words

constructcreationconceptinnovationinventionexcogitationdesignpregnancy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conception"?▾

"Conception" has 3 syllables: conc · ept · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "conception"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conception" is /kənˈsɛpʃən/.

What does "conception" mean?▾

Conception: The act of conceiving.

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