How to Pronounce Recessions

To pronounce "recessions", say REC-ess-ions — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

REC-ess-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “recessions”

"recessions" has 3 syllables: rec-ess-ions. It rhymes with transgressions and impressions, if that helps it stick.

What does recessions mean?

noun

  1. The act or an instance of receding or withdrawing.
  2. A period of reduced economic activity

Synonyms

processionreturnwithdrawal

Antonyms

boom

Words that rhyme with recessions

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

transgressionsimpressionsdigressionsexpressionsobsessionsconfessionsoppressionsconcessionsdepressionsprofessionsregressionsfreshens

Related words

recessrecedingcornernichecrisesdepressionsdownturnseconomies

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "recessions"?▾

"Recessions" has 3 syllables: rec · ess · ions.

What does "recessions" mean?▾

Recessions: The act or an instance of receding or withdrawing.

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