How to Pronounce Injection

To pronounce "injection", say INJ-ect-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪn.ˈdʒɛk.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪn.ˈdʒɛk.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “injection”

"injection" has 3 syllables: inj-ect-ion. It rhymes with affection and connection, if that helps it stick.

What does injection mean?

noun

  1. The act of injecting, or something that is injected.
  2. A specimen prepared by injection.

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Words that rhyme with injection

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affectionconnectionintrospectionreflectionpredilectioninflectioninsurrectionrecollectiondisconnectionsectionprotectionprojection

Related words

injectantshotinjectorinjectableinjectparenteraldosevaccination

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "injection"?▾

"Injection" has 3 syllables: inj · ect · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "injection"?▾

The IPA transcription of "injection" is /ɪn.ˈdʒɛk.ʃən/.

What does "injection" mean?▾

Injection: The act of injecting, or something that is injected.

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