How to Pronounce Traction

To pronounce "traction", say TRACT-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹæk.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹæk.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “traction”

"traction" has 2 syllables: tract-ion. It rhymes with satisfaction and action, if that helps it stick.

What does traction mean?

noun

  1. The act of pulling something along a surface using motive power.
  2. The condition of being so pulled.

verb

  1. To apply a sustained pull to (a limb, etc.).

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Words that rhyme with traction

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

satisfactionactioninteractiondissatisfactionfactionabstractionattractionextractionexactioncontractiondistractioninfraction

Related words

gripadherenceadhesionpullboostpropulsiontensiletension

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "traction"?▾

"Traction" has 2 syllables: tract · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "traction"?▾

The IPA transcription of "traction" is /ˈtɹæk.ʃən/.

What does "traction" mean?▾

Traction: The act of pulling something along a surface using motive power.

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