How to Pronounce Repression

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

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REPR-ess-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “repression”

"repression" has 3 syllables: repr-ess-ion. It rhymes with expression and discretion, if that helps it stick.

What does repression mean?

noun

  1. The act of repressing; state of being repressed.

    “History shows that when governments fear the truth and increase repression, their days are limited.”

  2. The involuntary rejection from consciousness of painful or disagreeable ideas, memories, feelings, or impulses.

Words that rhyme with repression

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

expressiondiscretionoppressionobsessionconcessionimpressionprogressionquestionaccessionregressiondigressionpossession

Related words

repressivesuppressionsuppressingpreventionsuppressoppressionquellinterdiction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "repression"?▾

"Repression" has 3 syllables: repr · ess · ion.

What does "repression" mean?▾

Repression: The act of repressing; state of being repressed.

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