Spelling tion, cian
and sion words
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sion as in mansion |
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More examples:
expulsion |
excursion |
depression |
tension |
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Some words that end in -sion make a different sound. The s creates a buzzing noise: |
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sion as in explosion |
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When you hear this sound, it is always spelled sion.
Read aloud the examples below, listening for the sound. Then press on the icons to learn them.
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abrasion |
evasion |
invasion |
occasion |
adhesion |
cohesion |
erosion |
explosion |
collision |
decision |
vision |
division |
conclusion |
confusion |
illusion |
intrusion |
persuasion |
corrosion |
television |
seclusion |
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