How to Pronounce Deceptions

To pronounce "deceptions", say DEC-ept-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

DEC-ept-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “deceptions”

"deceptions" has 3 syllables: dec-ept-ions. It rhymes with perceptions and preconceptions, if that helps it stick.

What does deceptions mean?

noun

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

Words that rhyme with deceptions

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

perceptionspreconceptionsconceptionsmisperceptionsinterceptionsreceptionsexceptionsmisconceptions

Related words

dissimulationdissemblingdeceittrickmisrepresentationillusionlegerdemainmagic

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deceptions"?▾

"Deceptions" has 3 syllables: dec · ept · ions.

What does "deceptions" mean?▾

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

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