How to Pronounce Delusion

To pronounce "delusion", say DEL-us-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈl(j)uːzjən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

8

Letters

/dɪˈl(j)uːzjən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “delusion”

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

What does delusion mean?

noun

  1. A false belief that is resistant to confrontation with actual facts.
  2. The state of being deluded or misled, or process of deluding somebody.

    “It is far better to grasp the universe as it really is than to persist in delusion, however satisfying and reassuring.”

Words that rhyme with delusion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

illusionseclusionallusionconclusionprofusioninclusionconfusionexclusioncontusionintrusiondiffusionfusion

Related words

self-deceptionself-delusionillusoryillusionfallacymake-believeprevaricationhoax

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "delusion"?▾

"Delusion" has 3 syllables: del · us · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "delusion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "delusion" is /dɪˈl(j)uːzjən/.

What does "delusion" mean?▾

Delusion: A false belief that is resistant to confrontation with actual facts.

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