How to Pronounce Dimension

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/daɪˈmɛnʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dimension”

"dimension" has 3 syllables: dim-ens-ion. It rhymes with apprehension and contention, if that helps it stick.

What does dimension mean?

noun

  1. A single aspect of a given thing.
  2. A measure of spatial extent in a particular direction, such as height, width or breadth, or depth.

verb

  1. To mark, cut or shape something to specified dimensions.

Synonyms

aspectattributepropertymagnitudeproportionscopesize

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Words that rhyme with dimension

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apprehensioncontentioncondescensionconventioncomprehensionretentiondissensionpretensiontensioninventionmisapprehensionextension

Related words

proportionattributepropertysideangledistancespherefocus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dimension"?▾

"Dimension" has 3 syllables: dim · ens · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "dimension"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dimension" is /daɪˈmɛnʃən/.

What does "dimension" mean?▾

Dimension: A single aspect of a given thing.

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