How to Pronounce Legion

To pronounce "legion", say LEG-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈliːdʒən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/ˈliːdʒən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “legion”

"legion" has 2 syllables: leg-ion. It rhymes with region and collegian, if that helps it stick.

What does legion mean?

noun

  1. The major unit or division of the Roman army, usually comprising 3000 to 6000 infantry soldiers and 100 to 200 cavalry troops.
  2. A combined arms major military unit featuring cavalry, infantry, and artillery

verb

  1. To form into legions.

adjective

  1. Numerous; vast; very great in number

    “Russia’s labor and capital resources are woefully inadequate to overcome the state’s needs and vulnerabilities, which are legion.”

Synonyms

hostmassmultitudeseathrongmultitudinousnumerous

Words that rhyme with legion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

regioncollegianregin

Related words

hordehostmanipularbattalioncorpsbrigademanyinstructional

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "legion"?▾

"Legion" has 2 syllables: leg · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "legion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "legion" is /ˈliːdʒən/.

What does "legion" mean?▾

Legion: The major unit or division of the Roman army, usually comprising 3000 to 6000 infantry soldiers and 100 to 200 cavalry troops.

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