noun

auction

/ˈɒkʃən/ auct·ion 2 syllables

A public event where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder.

Word facts

Part of speech noun
Syllables 2
Letters 7
Starts with A

Definition of Auction

A public event where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder.

How to use Auction

Auction is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Related words with similar meanings include roup sale — each with slight differences in tone or formality. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.

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Antonyms for Auction

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How many syllables does auction have?

Auction has 2 syllables: auct·ion. The word is broken into 2 spoken beats.

What part of speech is auction?

Auction is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.

What are synonyms for auction?

Words with similar meanings to auction include roup sale. The best synonym depends on the exact context you are writing or reading in.

How do you use auction in a sentence?

Auction can be used in sentences where a noun describing a public event where goods or property are sold to the highest bidder. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.

What words start with the same letter as auction?

Auction starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.

How many letters does auction have?

Auction has 7 letters. It contains 2 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.