How to Pronounce Conviction

To pronounce "conviction", say CONV-ict-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /kənˈvɪkʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/kənˈvɪkʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “conviction”

"conviction" has 3 syllables: conv-ict-ion. It rhymes with affliction and contradiction, if that helps it stick.

What does conviction mean?

noun

  1. A firmly held belief.
  2. A judgement of guilt in a court of law.

Words that rhyme with conviction

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

afflictioncontradictiondepictionbenedictionrestrictionderelictionfrictiondictionjurisdictioninflictionconstrictionaddiction

Related words

sentenceassuranceconvinceddecisionconvincingpersuasivepersuasionconvict

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conviction"?▾

"Conviction" has 3 syllables: conv · ict · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "conviction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conviction" is /kənˈvɪkʃən/.

What does "conviction" mean?▾

Conviction: A firmly held belief.

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