To pronounce "misapprehension", say MIS-appr-eh-ens-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"misapprehension" has 5 syllables: mis-appr-eh-ens-ion. It rhymes with apprehension and contention, if that helps it stick.
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"Misapprehension" has 5 syllables: mis · appr · eh · ens · ion.
Misapprehension: A failure to understand something; an illusion, misconception or misunderstanding.
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