How to Pronounce Interruption

To pronounce "interruption", say INT-err-upt-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪntəˈɹʌpʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌɪntəˈɹʌpʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “interruption”

"interruption" has 4 syllables: int-err-upt-ion. It rhymes with disruption and corruption, if that helps it stick.

What does interruption mean?

noun

  1. The act of interrupting, or the state of being interrupted.
  2. A time interval during which there is a cessation of something.

Synonyms

hiatusmoratoriumrecess

Words that rhyme with interruption

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

disruptioncorruptioneruptionanticorruption

Related words

disruptionsuspensionpausebreakgapintermissioninterferenceobstruction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "interruption"?▾

"Interruption" has 4 syllables: int · err · upt · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "interruption"?▾

The IPA transcription of "interruption" is /ˌɪntəˈɹʌpʃən/.

What does "interruption" mean?▾

Interruption: The act of interrupting, or the state of being interrupted.

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