How to Pronounce Misperception

To pronounce "misperception", say MISP-erc-ept-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /mɪspə(ɹ)ˈsɛpʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/mɪspə(ɹ)ˈsɛpʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “misperception”

"misperception" has 4 syllables: misp-erc-ept-ion. It rhymes with perception and conception, if that helps it stick.

What does misperception mean?

noun

  1. An incorrect perception.

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Words that rhyme with misperception

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perceptionconceptiondeceptioninceptionmisconceptionreceptionexceptionself-deceptionpreconceptioncontraception

Related words

misconceptionmisinterpretationmisunderstandingerrormiscommunicationincomprehensionbiasprejudice

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "misperception"?▾

"Misperception" has 4 syllables: misp · erc · ept · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "misperception"?▾

The IPA transcription of "misperception" is /mɪspə(ɹ)ˈsɛpʃən/.

What does "misperception" mean?▾

Misperception: An incorrect perception.

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