How to Pronounce Liposuction

To pronounce "liposuction", say LIP-os-uct-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈlai.po.ˌsʌk.ʃn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈlai.po.ˌsʌk.ʃn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “liposuction”

"liposuction" has 4 syllables: lip-os-uct-ion. It rhymes with induction and obstruction, if that helps it stick.

What does liposuction mean?

noun

  1. A cosmetic surgery procedure in which excess fat is removed from a specific area by suction.

verb

  1. To remove by liposuction.

Synonyms

lipoaspiration

Words that rhyme with liposuction

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

inductionobstructionsuctionconstructiondestructionreductionabductioninstructionseductionproductiondeductiondeconstruction

Related words

liposubmentaltumescentcannulaeliposurgerylipectomylipoplastylipoaspiration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "liposuction"?▾

"Liposuction" has 4 syllables: lip · os · uct · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "liposuction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "liposuction" is /ˈlai.po.ˌsʌk.ʃn̩/.

What does "liposuction" mean?▾

Liposuction: A cosmetic surgery procedure in which excess fat is removed from a specific area by suction.

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