How to Pronounce Passion

To pronounce "passion", say PASS-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /[ˈpʰæʃən]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/[ˈpʰæʃən]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “passion”

"passion" has 2 syllables: pass-ion. It rhymes with compassion and ashen, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: paschen — easy to mix up when writing.

What does passion mean?

noun

  1. Any great, strong, powerful emotion, especially romantic love or extreme hate.

    “We share a passion for books.”

  2. Fervor, determination.

verb

  1. To suffer pain or sorrow; to experience a passion; to be extremely agitated.
  2. To give a passionate character to.

Synonyms

ardorfire in the bellyzeal

Antonyms

action

Words that rhyme with passion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

compassionashenfashionrationimpassionsationascian

Related words

passionatenesscacoethesloveragemaniawarmthheatfervour

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "passion"?▾

"Passion" has 2 syllables: pass · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "passion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "passion" is /[ˈpʰæʃən]/.

What does "passion" mean?▾

Passion: Any great, strong, powerful emotion, especially romantic love or extreme hate.

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