How to Pronounce Insertion

To pronounce "insertion", say INS-ert-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈsɝʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɪnˈsɝʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “insertion”

"insertion" has 3 syllables: ins-ert-ion. It rhymes with assertion and coercion, if that helps it stick.

What does insertion mean?

noun

  1. The act of inserting, or something inserted.
  2. The distal end of attachment of a muscle to a bone that will be moved by the muscle.

Antonyms

deletionorigin

Words that rhyme with insertion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

assertioncoercionexertiondesertiontertianreassertioncisterciangershonmershon

Related words

intromissionintroductioninsertplacemententryaddincorporateintroduce

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "insertion"?▾

"Insertion" has 3 syllables: ins · ert · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "insertion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "insertion" is /ɪnˈsɝʃən/.

What does "insertion" mean?▾

Insertion: The act of inserting, or something inserted.

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