How to Pronounce Intermission

To pronounce "intermission", say INT-erm-iss-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪntɚˈmɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɪntɚˈmɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “intermission”

"intermission" has 4 syllables: int-erm-iss-ion. It rhymes with disposition and cognition, if that helps it stick.

What does intermission mean?

noun

  1. A break between two performances or sessions, such as at a concert, play, seminar, or religious assembly.

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Words that rhyme with intermission

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dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitioncompositionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisition

Related words

interruptionsuspensionbreakpauseintervaltrucegaprespite

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intermission"?▾

"Intermission" has 4 syllables: int · erm · iss · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "intermission"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intermission" is /ɪntɚˈmɪʃən/.

What does "intermission" mean?▾

Intermission: A break between two performances or sessions, such as at a concert, play, seminar, or religious assembly.

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