How to Pronounce Predilection

To pronounce "predilection", say PRED-il-ect-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌpɹiː.dəˈlɛk.ʃn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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Letters

/ˌpɹiː.dəˈlɛk.ʃn̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “predilection”

"predilection" has 4 syllables: pred-il-ect-ion. It rhymes with affection and connection, if that helps it stick.

What does predilection mean?

noun

  1. Condition of favoring or liking; tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.

Words that rhyme with predilection

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

affectionconnectionintrospectionreflectioninflectioninsurrectionrecollectiondisconnectionsectionprotectionprojectiondissection

Related words

preferencepenchanttastechoicefavouritefondnessfocusproclivity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "predilection"?▾

"Predilection" has 4 syllables: pred · il · ect · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "predilection"?▾

The IPA transcription of "predilection" is /ˌpɹiː.dəˈlɛk.ʃn̩/.

What does "predilection" mean?▾

Predilection: Condition of favoring or liking; tendency towards; proclivity; predisposition.

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