To pronounce "dissension", say DISS-ens-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
dissension
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DISS-ens-ion
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"dissension" has 3 syllables: diss-ens-ion. It rhymes with apprehension and contention, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Dissension" has 3 syllables: diss · ens · ion.
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