To pronounce "persuasion", say PERS-uas-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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PERS-uas-ion
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"persuasion" has 3 syllables: pers-uas-ion. It rhymes with abrasion and invasion, if that helps it stick.
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"Persuasion" has 3 syllables: pers · uas · ion.
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