How to pronounce suasion
Say it like SWAY-zhun. Suasion has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWAY).
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- SWAY
- zhun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Suasion pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- SWAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zhunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of suasion
American and British speakers say suasion in essentially the same way: /ˈsweɪʒən/ in the US and /ˈsweɪʒən/ in the UK.
British respelling: SWAY-zhun.
What does suasion mean?
- The act of urging or influencing; persuasion.
Where does suasion come from?
From Middle English suasion, from Latin suāsiō (“counseling, advice, persuasion”).
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Words that rhyme with suasion
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Questions about saying suasion
How do you pronounce suasion?
Say SWAY-zhun. The American pronunciation is /ˈsweɪʒən/. In British English it is /ˈsweɪʒən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in suasion?
Suasion has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (SWAY). Broken into parts: SWAY · zhun.
Do Americans and Brits say suasion the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈsweɪʒən/ and the British form is /ˈsweɪʒən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.