How to Pronounce Obstruction

To pronounce "obstruction", say OBSTR-uct-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /əbˈstɹʌk.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

11

Letters

/əbˈstɹʌk.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “obstruction”

"obstruction" has 3 syllables: obstr-uct-ion. It rhymes with induction and suction, if that helps it stick.

What does obstruction mean?

noun

  1. The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.
  2. Something which obstructs or impedes, either intentionally or unintentionally

Synonyms

blockhindranceimpedimentobstacleimpedanceroadblockstop

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Words that rhyme with obstruction

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inductionsuctionconstructiondestructionreductionabductioninstructionseductionproductiondeductiondeconstructionfluxion

Related words

impedimentaobstacleimpedimentobstructivehindranceobstructionisthinderingobstruct

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obstruction"?▾

"Obstruction" has 3 syllables: obstr · uct · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "obstruction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obstruction" is /əbˈstɹʌk.ʃən/.

What does "obstruction" mean?▾

Obstruction: The act of obstructing, or state of being obstructed.

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