How to Pronounce Oppugn

To pronounce "oppugn", say OPP-ugn — 2 syllables, IPA /əˈpjuːn/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

6

Letters

/əˈpjuːn/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “oppugn”

"oppugn" has 2 syllables: opp-ugn. It rhymes with gloppen and drop-in, if that helps it stick.

What does oppugn mean?

verb

  1. To contradict or controvert; to oppose; to challenge or question the truth or validity of a given statement.

Words that rhyme with oppugn

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

gloppendrop-inswaptionyauponshopenalagappan

Related words

questiondisputecontrovertcontroversecontradictrepugnatecounterobject

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oppugn"?▾

"Oppugn" has 2 syllables: opp · ugn.

What is the IPA transcription of "oppugn"?▾

The IPA transcription of "oppugn" is /əˈpjuːn/.

What does "oppugn" mean?▾

Oppugn: To contradict or controvert; to oppose; to challenge or question the truth or validity of a given statement.

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