How to Pronounce Repulsion

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

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REP-uls-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “repulsion”

"repulsion" has 3 syllables: rep-uls-ion. It rhymes with depulsion, if that helps it stick.

What does repulsion mean?

noun

  1. The act of repelling or the condition of being repelled.
  2. An extreme dislike of something, or hostility to something.

Antonyms

attraction

Words that rhyme with repulsion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

depulsion

Related words

repellingrepugnancerevulsionhorrorstandoffrejectionavoidanceexclusion

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "repulsion"?▾

"Repulsion" has 3 syllables: rep · uls · ion.

What does "repulsion" mean?▾

Repulsion: The act of repelling or the condition of being repelled.

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