How to Pronounce Superstition

To pronounce "superstition", say SUP-erst-it-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌs(j)u.pə(ɹ)ˈstɪ.ʃn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ˌs(j)u.pə(ɹ)ˈstɪ.ʃn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “superstition”

"superstition" has 4 syllables: sup-erst-it-ion. It rhymes with disposition and cognition, if that helps it stick.

What does superstition mean?

noun

  1. A belief or beliefs, not based on human reason or scientific knowledge, that events may be influenced by one's behaviour in some magical or mystical way.
  2. Excessive nicety; overscrupulousness.

Words that rhyme with superstition

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitioncompositionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisition

Related words

superstitiousmythfaithdeliriummountainmontagnedelusioncredulity

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "superstition"?▾

"Superstition" has 4 syllables: sup · erst · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "superstition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "superstition" is /ˌs(j)u.pə(ɹ)ˈstɪ.ʃn̩/.

What does "superstition" mean?▾

Superstition: A belief or beliefs, not based on human reason or scientific knowledge, that events may be influenced by one's behaviour in some magical or mystical way.

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