How to Pronounce Instruction

To pronounce "instruction", say INSTR-uct-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈstɹʌkʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/ɪnˈstɹʌkʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “instruction”

"instruction" has 3 syllables: instr-uct-ion. It rhymes with induction and obstruction, if that helps it stick.

What does instruction mean?

noun

  1. The act of instructing, teaching, or furnishing with information or knowledge.

    “Instruction will be provided on how to handle difficult customers.”

  2. An instance of the information or knowledge so furnished.

Words that rhyme with instruction

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inductionobstructionsuctionconstructiondestructionreductionabductionseductionproductiondeductiondeconstructionfluxion

Related words

educationcommandpedagogystatementteachingdirectiondidacticinstructs

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "instruction"?▾

"Instruction" has 3 syllables: instr · uct · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "instruction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "instruction" is /ɪnˈstɹʌkʃən/.

What does "instruction" mean?▾

Instruction: The act of instructing, teaching, or furnishing with information or knowledge.

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