How to pronounce intersections
Say it like in-ter-SEK-shunz. Intersections has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEK).
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- in
- ter
- SEK
- shunz
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Intersections 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.
- SEKSay 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 intersections
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-tuh-SEK-shunz.
What does intersections mean?
- plural of intersection How to pronounce intersection
Words that rhyme with intersections
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of intersections.
Questions about saying intersections
How do you pronounce intersections?
Say in-ter-SEK-shunz. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪntɚˈsɛkʃənz/. In British English it is /ˌɪntəˈsɛkʃənz/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in intersections?
Intersections has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (SEK). Broken into parts: in · ter · SEK · shunz.
Is intersections 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 /ˌɪntəˈsɛkʃənz/ (in-tuh-SEK-shunz).