How to Pronounce Scion

To pronounce "scion", say SCION — one syllable, IPA /ˈsaɪən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˈsaɪən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “scion”

"scion" is a single-syllable word — say it in one clean beat. It rhymes with lion and zion, if that helps it stick.

What does scion mean?

noun

  1. A descendant, especially a first-generation descendant of a distinguished family.
  2. The heir to a throne.

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Words that rhyme with scion

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lionzionlyonbriandandelionprionchian

Related words

descendentoffspringlordgodseigneurjesustop-downheir

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "scion"?▾

"Scion" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "scion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "scion" is /ˈsaɪən/.

What does "scion" mean?▾

Scion: A descendant, especially a first-generation descendant of a distinguished family.

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