How to Pronounce Locomotion

To pronounce "locomotion", say LOC-om-ot-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

LOC-om-ot-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “locomotion”

"locomotion" has 4 syllables: loc-om-ot-ion. It rhymes with notion and devotion, if that helps it stick.

What does locomotion mean?

noun

  1. The ability to move from place to place, or the act of doing so.
  2. Self-powered motion by which a whole organism changes its location through walking, running, jumping, crawling, swimming or flying.

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Words that rhyme with locomotion

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notiondevotioncommotionemotionpotionpromotionlotiondemotion

Related words

motivitytravellocomotorquadrupedalbipedalbipedshiftmovement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "locomotion"?▾

"Locomotion" has 4 syllables: loc · om · ot · ion.

What does "locomotion" mean?▾

Locomotion: The ability to move from place to place, or the act of doing so.

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