How to Pronounce Descension

To pronounce "descension", say DESC-ens-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /dɪˈsɛnʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

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10

Letters

/dɪˈsɛnʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “descension”

"descension" has 3 syllables: desc-ens-ion.

What does descension mean?

noun

  1. Descent; the act of descending.

    “Death is followed by either ascension into a higher plane or descension into a lower plane.”

  2. The descent below the horizon of a celestial body.

Related words

degressiondescentdeclensiondescenderdropdeclinationsetdowndownfalling

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "descension"?▾

"Descension" has 3 syllables: desc · ens · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "descension"?▾

The IPA transcription of "descension" is /dɪˈsɛnʃən/.

What does "descension" mean?▾

Descension: Descent; the act of descending.

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