How to Pronounce Expansion

To pronounce "expansion", say EXP-ans-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈspænʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɪkˈspænʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “expansion”

"expansion" has 3 syllables: exp-ans-ion. It rhymes with mansion and cantion, if that helps it stick.

What does expansion mean?

noun

The act or process of expanding.
“The expansion of metals and plastics in response to heat is well understood.”
The fractional change in unit length per unit length per unit temperature change.

Antonyms

contraction shrinkage

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Words that rhyme with expansion

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mansion cantion overexpansion hanshin anshan fanchon

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expansion"?▾

"Expansion" has 3 syllables: exp · ans · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "expansion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expansion" is /ɪkˈspænʃən/.

What does "expansion" mean?▾

Expansion: The act or process of expanding.

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