How to Pronounce Version

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

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2

Syllables

7

Letters

/ˈvɝʒən/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/vˈɜːʃən/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “version”

Break "version" into 2 beats and lean on "VERS" — that's the stressed one.

What does version mean?

noun

  1. A specific form or variation of something.
  2. A translation from one language to another.

verb

  1. To keep track of (a file, document, etc.) in a versioning system.

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Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "version"?▾

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

How many syllables are in "version"?▾

"Version" has 2 syllables: vers · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "version"?▾

The IPA transcription of "version" is /ˈvɝʒən/.

What does "version" mean?▾

Version: A specific form or variation of something.

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