How to Pronounce Repercussion

To pronounce "repercussion", say REP-erc-uss-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹiː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌɹiː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “repercussion”

"repercussion" has 4 syllables: rep-erc-uss-ion. It rhymes with discussion and concussion, if that helps it stick.

What does repercussion mean?

noun

  1. A consequence or ensuing result of some action.

    “You realize this little stunt of yours is going to have some pretty serious repercussions.”

  2. The act of driving back, or the state of being driven back; reflection; reverberation.

    “the repercussion of sound”

Synonyms

aftereffectconsequence

Words that rhyme with repercussion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

discussionconcussionpercussionpushanmushin

Related words

recoilreboundbacklashimpactfalloutaftermathimpactsreverberation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "repercussion"?▾

"Repercussion" has 4 syllables: rep · erc · uss · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "repercussion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "repercussion" is /ˌɹiː.pəˈkʌʃ.ən/.

What does "repercussion" mean?▾

Repercussion: A consequence or ensuing result of some action.

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