How to Pronounce Pillion

To pronounce "pillion", say PILL-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈpɪlɪjən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈpɪlɪjən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “pillion”

"pillion" has 2 syllables: pill-ion. It rhymes with pavilion and vermilion, if that helps it stick.

What does pillion mean?

noun

  1. A pad behind the saddle of a horse for a second rider.
  2. A similar second saddle on a motorcycle for a passenger.

verb

  1. To ride on a pillion.
  2. To put a pillion on a horse.

adverb

  1. Riding behind the driving rider, as when positioned on the rump of a mount.

Synonyms

pillionist

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Words that rhyme with pillion

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pavilionvermilionvermillionpavillioncivilianreptilianvaudevilliancrocodiliantrillionzillionoctillionbillion

Related words

passengersaddleseatseatingrecordingentryjournalseats

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "pillion"?▾

"Pillion" has 2 syllables: pill · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "pillion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "pillion" is /ˈpɪlɪjən/.

What does "pillion" mean?▾

Pillion: A pad behind the saddle of a horse for a second rider.

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