To pronounce "diversionary", say DIV-ers-ion-ary — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
diversionary
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DIV-ers-ion-ary
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"diversionary" has 4 syllables: div-ers-ion-ary. It rhymes with extraordinary and contemporary, if that helps it stick.
adjective
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"Diversionary" has 4 syllables: div · ers · ion · ary.
Diversionary: That serves as a diversion.
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