How to Pronounce Deception

To pronounce "deception", say DEC-ept-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈsɛpʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɪˈsɛpʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “deception”

"deception" has 3 syllables: dec-ept-ion. It rhymes with perception and conception, if that helps it stick.

What does deception mean?

noun

  1. An instance of actions and/or schemes fabricated to mislead someone into believing a lie or inaccuracy.

Words that rhyme with deception

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

perceptionconceptioninceptionmisconceptionreceptionmisperceptionexceptionself-deceptionpreconceptioncontraception

Related words

dissimulationdissemblingdeceittrickmisrepresentationillusionlegerdemainmagic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deception"?▾

"Deception" has 3 syllables: dec · ept · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "deception"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deception" is /dɪˈsɛpʃən/.

What does "deception" mean?▾

Deception: An instance of actions and/or schemes fabricated to mislead someone into believing a lie or inaccuracy.

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