How to Pronounce Scansion

To pronounce "scansion", say SCANS-ion — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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SCANS-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “scansion”

"scansion" has 2 syllables: scans-ion. It rhymes with magnesian and kansian, if that helps it stick.

What does scansion mean?

noun

  1. The rhythm or meter of a line or verse.
  2. The act of analysing the meter of poetry.

verb

  1. (of text) Put into a rhythmic form or meter.
  2. (by extension) Impose patterns on.

Words that rhyme with scansion

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magnesiankansian

Related words

accentlinestanzaiambcaesuraiambicthesissemicroma

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scansion"?▾

"Scansion" has 2 syllables: scans · ion.

What does "scansion" mean?▾

Scansion: The rhythm or meter of a line or verse.

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