How to Pronounce Obsessions

To pronounce "obsessions", say OBS-ess-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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OBS-ess-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “obsessions”

"obsessions" has 3 syllables: obs-ess-ions. It rhymes with transgressions and impressions, if that helps it stick.

What does obsessions mean?

noun

  1. A compulsive or irrational preoccupation.
  2. An unhealthy fixation.

Words that rhyme with obsessions

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

transgressionsimpressionsdigressionsexpressionsconfessionsoppressionsconcessionsdepressionsrecessionsprofessionsregressionsfreshens

Related words

compulsionfixationapprehensionsbewitchmentsconcernsmisgivingsobsessivenessobsessing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obsessions"?▾

"Obsessions" has 3 syllables: obs · ess · ions.

What does "obsessions" mean?▾

Obsessions: A compulsive or irrational preoccupation.

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