To pronounce "detentions", say DET-ent-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"detentions" has 3 syllables: det-ent-ions. It rhymes with apprehensions and pretensions, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Detentions" has 3 syllables: det · ent · ions.
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