How to Pronounce Transposition

To pronounce "transposition", say TRANSP-os-it-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

TRANSP-os-it-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “transposition”

"transposition" has 4 syllables: transp-os-it-ion.

What does transposition mean?

noun

  1. The act or process of transposing or interchanging.
  2. A shift of a piece of music to a different musical key by adjusting all the notes of the work equally either up or down in pitch.

verb

  1. To transpose
  2. To take on the role of another person

Related words

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How many syllables are in "transposition"?▾

"Transposition" has 4 syllables: transp · os · it · ion.

What does "transposition" mean?▾

Transposition: The act or process of transposing or interchanging.

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