How to Pronounce Fraction

To pronounce "fraction", say FRACT-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈfɹæk.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈfɹæk.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fraction”

"fraction" has 2 syllables: fract-ion. It rhymes with satisfaction and action, if that helps it stick.

What does fraction mean?

noun

  1. A part of a whole, especially a comparatively small part.
  2. A ratio of two numbers, the numerator and the denominator, usually written one above the other and separated by a horizontal bar.

verb

  1. To divide or break into fractions.

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Words that rhyme with fraction

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satisfactionactioninteractiondissatisfactionfactionabstractiontractionattractionextractionexactioncontractiondistraction

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fraction"?▾

"Fraction" has 2 syllables: fract · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "fraction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fraction" is /ˈfɹæk.ʃən/.

What does "fraction" mean?▾

Fraction: A part of a whole, especially a comparatively small part.

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