How to Pronounce Trillion

To pronounce "trillion", say TRILL-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /ˈtɹɪljən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈtɹɪljən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “trillion”

"trillion" has 2 syllables: trill-ion. It rhymes with pavilion and vermilion, if that helps it stick.

What does trillion mean?

numeral

  1. (short scale) A million million: 1 followed by twelve zeros, 1012.
  2. (long scale) A million million million: 1 followed by eighteen zeros, 1018.

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Words that rhyme with trillion

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

pavilionvermilionvermillionpavillioncivilianreptilianvaudevillianpillioncrocodilianzillionoctillionbillion

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "trillion"?▾

"Trillion" has 2 syllables: trill · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "trillion"?▾

The IPA transcription of "trillion" is /ˈtɹɪljən/.

What does "trillion" mean?▾

Trillion: (short scale) A million million: 1 followed by twelve zeros, 1012.

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