How to Pronounce Contraception

To pronounce "contraception", say CONTR-ac-ept-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

CONTR-ac-ept-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “contraception”

"contraception" has 4 syllables: contr-ac-ept-ion. It rhymes with perception and conception, if that helps it stick.

What does contraception mean?

noun

  1. The use of a device or procedure to prevent conception as a result of sexual activity.

Words that rhyme with contraception

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

perceptionconceptiondeceptioninceptionmisconceptionreceptionmisperceptionexceptionself-deceptionpreconception

Related words

child-bearingbirthchildbearingpregnancyconceptionpillpostcoitalprevention

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contraception"?▾

"Contraception" has 4 syllables: contr · ac · ept · ion.

What does "contraception" mean?▾

Contraception: The use of a device or procedure to prevent conception as a result of sexual activity.

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