How to Pronounce Rejection

To pronounce "rejection", say REJ-ect-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɹəˈdʒɛkʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɹəˈdʒɛkʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “rejection”

"rejection" has 3 syllables: rej-ect-ion. It rhymes with affection and connection, if that helps it stick.

What does rejection mean?

noun

  1. The act of rejecting.
  2. The state of being rejected.

Synonyms

rejectedness

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Words that rhyme with rejection

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affectionconnectionintrospectionreflectionpredilectioninflectioninsurrectionrecollectiondisconnectionsectionprotectionprojection

Related words

rejectrepudiationrebuffrefusalrefusedisavowalrepulsiondeny

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "rejection"?▾

"Rejection" has 3 syllables: rej · ect · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "rejection"?▾

The IPA transcription of "rejection" is /ɹəˈdʒɛkʃən/.

What does "rejection" mean?▾

Rejection: The act of rejecting.

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