How to Pronounce Contusion

To pronounce "contusion", say CONT-us-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈtjuːʒən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/kənˈtjuːʒən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contusion”

"contusion" has 3 syllables: cont-us-ion. It rhymes with illusion and seclusion, if that helps it stick.

What does contusion mean?

noun

  1. A wound, such as a bruise, in which the skin is not broken, often having broken blood vessels and discolouration.
  2. The act of bruising.

Words that rhyme with contusion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

illusionseclusionallusiondelusionconclusionprofusioninclusionconfusionexclusionintrusiondiffusionfusion

Related words

bruiseabrasionconcussionbruisingconcussationstrokesuggilationcomminution

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contusion"?▾

"Contusion" has 3 syllables: cont · us · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "contusion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contusion" is /kənˈtjuːʒən/.

What does "contusion" mean?▾

Contusion: A wound, such as a bruise, in which the skin is not broken, often having broken blood vessels and discolouration.

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