How to Pronounce Impression

To pronounce "impression", say IMPR-ess-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “impression”

"impression" has 3 syllables: impr-ess-ion. It rhymes with expression and discretion, if that helps it stick.

What does impression mean?

noun

  1. The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.

    “His head made an impression on the pillow.”

  2. The overall effect of something, e.g., on a person.

    “He tried to make a good impression on his parents.”

verb

  1. To manipulate a blank key within a lock so as to mark it with impressions of the shape of the lock, which facilitates creation of a duplicate key.

Words that rhyme with impression

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

expressiondiscretionoppressionobsessionconcessionprogressionquestionaccessionregressiondigressionpossessionaggression

Related words

imprintpictureprintingeffectnotionstampfeelingbelief

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "impression"?▾

"Impression" has 3 syllables: impr · ess · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "impression"?▾

The IPA transcription of "impression" is /ɪmˈpɹɛʃən/.

What does "impression" mean?▾

Impression: The indentation or depression made by the pressure of one object on or into another.

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