How to pronounce concussion
Say it like kun-KUHSH-un. Concussion has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHSH).
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- kun
- KUHSH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Concussion 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.
- KUHSHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of concussion
American and British speakers say concussion in essentially the same way: /kənˈkʌʃən/ in the US and /kənˈkʌʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: kun-KUHSH-un.
What does concussion mean?
- injury to the brain caused by a blow; usually resulting in loss of consciousness
- any violent blow
Where does concussion come from?
From Latin concussiō.
Words that rhyme with concussion
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of concussion.
Questions about saying concussion
How do you pronounce concussion?
Say kun-KUHSH-un. The American pronunciation is /kənˈkʌʃən/. In British English it is /kənˈkʌʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in concussion?
Concussion has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (KUHSH). Broken into parts: kun · KUHSH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say concussion the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /kənˈkʌʃən/ and the British form is /kənˈkʌʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.