How to pronounce indecision
Say it like in-dih-SIZH-un. Indecision has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SIZH).
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- in
- dih
- SIZH
- un
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Indecision pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- dihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- SIZHSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- unKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of indecision
American and British speakers say indecision in essentially the same way: /ˌɪndɪˈsɪʒən/ in the US and /ˌɪndɪˈsɪʒən/ in the UK.
British respelling: in-dih-SIZH-un.
What does indecision mean?
- The inability to decide on a course of action, especially if two or more possibilities exist.“Billy Toad has shown extreme indecision in all aspects when it comes to his jeep. Whether it's how to modify it, or if he will sell it.”
Where does indecision come from?
From French indécision.
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Words that rhyme with indecision
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Questions about saying indecision
How do you pronounce indecision?
Say in-dih-SIZH-un. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪndɪˈsɪʒən/. In British English it is /ˌɪndɪˈsɪʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in indecision?
Indecision has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SIZH). Broken into parts: in · dih · SIZH · un.
Do Americans and Brits say indecision the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɪndɪˈsɪʒən/ and the British form is /ˌɪndɪˈsɪʒən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.