How to Pronounce Promotion

To pronounce "promotion", say PROM-ot-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /pɹəˈməʊʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/pɹəˈməʊʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “promotion”

"promotion" has 3 syllables: prom-ot-ion. It rhymes with notion and devotion, if that helps it stick.

What does promotion mean?

noun

  1. An advancement in rank or position.

    “I'll have to give myself a promotion!”

  2. Dissemination of information in order to increase its popularity.

    “the promotion of the idea of global warming in schools”

Antonyms

demotion

Words that rhyme with promotion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

notiondevotioncommotionemotionpotionlocomotionlotiondemotion

Related words

advancementfurtheranceforwardingpublicityprogressprogressionadvancefurthering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "promotion"?▾

"Promotion" has 3 syllables: prom · ot · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "promotion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "promotion" is /pɹəˈməʊʃən/.

What does "promotion" mean?▾

Promotion: An advancement in rank or position.

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