How to Pronounce Extortion

To pronounce "extortion", say EXT-ort-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪkˈstɔːʃn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪkˈstɔːʃn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “extortion”

"extortion" has 3 syllables: ext-ort-ion. It rhymes with portion and torsion, if that helps it stick.

What does extortion mean?

noun

  1. The practice of extorting money or other property by the use of force or threats.

Synonyms

blackmail

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Words that rhyme with extortion

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portiontorsiondistortioncontortionproportionapportiontortionabortionantiabortion

Related words

blackmailblackmailingcoercionracketeeringswindlingswindlescamhijack

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "extortion"?▾

"Extortion" has 3 syllables: ext · ort · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "extortion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "extortion" is /ɪkˈstɔːʃn/.

What does "extortion" mean?▾

Extortion: The practice of extorting money or other property by the use of force or threats.

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