How to Pronounce Convulsion

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

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Syllables

10

Letters

/kənˈvʌlʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “convulsion”

"convulsion" has 3 syllables: conv-uls-ion. It rhymes with compulsion and revulsion, if that helps it stick.

What does convulsion mean?

noun

  1. An intense, paroxysmal, involuntary muscular contraction.
  2. An uncontrolled fit, as of laughter; a paroxysm.

Words that rhyme with convulsion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compulsionrevulsionexpulsionemulsionpropulsion

Related words

tensioncontractionshockturmoilupheavalseizureconvulsionismspasm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "convulsion"?▾

"Convulsion" has 3 syllables: conv · uls · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "convulsion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "convulsion" is /kənˈvʌlʃən/.

What does "convulsion" mean?▾

Convulsion: An intense, paroxysmal, involuntary muscular contraction.

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