To pronounce "contortions", say CONT-ort-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
contortions
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CONT-ort-ions
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"contortions" has 3 syllables: cont-ort-ions. It rhymes with proportions and distortions, if that helps it stick.
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"Contortions" has 3 syllables: cont · ort · ions.
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