How to Pronounce Emotion

To pronounce "emotion", say EM-ot-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /iˈmoʊʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/iˈmoʊʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “emotion”

"emotion" has 3 syllables: em-ot-ion. It rhymes with notion and devotion, if that helps it stick.

What does emotion mean?

noun

A person's internal state of being and involuntary physiological response to an object or a situation, based on or tied to physical state and sensory data.
A reaction by a non-human organism with behavioral and physiological elements similar to a person's response.

Synonyms

affect feeling

Words that rhyme with emotion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

notion devotion commotion potion promotion locomotion remotion lotion demotion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "emotion"?▾

"Emotion" has 3 syllables: em · ot · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "emotion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "emotion" is /iˈmoʊʃən/.

What does "emotion" mean?▾

Emotion: A person's internal state of being and involuntary physiological response to an object or a situation, based on or tied to physical state and sensory data.

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