How to pronounce concoction
Say it like kun-KOK-shun. Concoction has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOK).
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- kun
- KOK
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Concoction pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- kunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- KOKSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of concoction
- The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English.
British respelling: kun-KOK-shun.
What does concoction mean?
- The preparing of a medicine, food or other substance out of many ingredients.
- A mixture prepared in such a way.
- Something made up, an invention.
Where does concoction come from?
From Latin concoctiō.
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Words that rhyme with concoction
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Questions about saying concoction
How do you pronounce concoction?
Say kun-KOK-shun. The American pronunciation is /kənˈkɑkʃən/. In British English it is /kənˈkɒkʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in concoction?
Concoction has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KOK). Broken into parts: kun · KOK · shun.
Is concoction pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. The short o is rounded in British English (as in "hot"), but open and unrounded in American English. The British form is /kənˈkɒkʃən/ (kun-KOK-shun).