How to pronounce interceptions
Say it like in-ter-SEP-shunz. Interceptions has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEP).
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- in
- ter
- SEP
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Interceptions 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.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- SEPSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- shunzKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of interceptions
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-tuh-SEP-shunz.
What does interceptions mean?
- plural of interception How to pronounce interception
Questions about saying interceptions
How do you pronounce interceptions?
Say in-ter-SEP-shunz. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪntɚˈsɛpʃənz/. In British English it is /ˌɪntəˈsɛpʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in interceptions?
Interceptions has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEP). Broken into parts: in · ter · SEP · shunz.
Is interceptions pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌɪntəˈsɛpʃənz/ (in-tuh-SEP-shunz).