How to Pronounce Achievement

To pronounce "achievement", say ACH-iev-em-ent — 4 syllables, IPA /əˈtʃiːvmənt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/əˈtʃiːvmənt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “achievement”

"achievement" has 4 syllables: ach-iev-em-ent. It rhymes with bereavement, if that helps it stick.

What does achievement mean?

noun

  1. The act of achieving or performing; a successful performance; accomplishment
  2. A great or heroic deed or feat; something accomplished by valor or boldness

Synonyms

accomplishmenttrophy

Words that rhyme with achievement

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

bereavement

Related words

accomplishmentachievingachievedsuccessfulattainmentachieveattainsuccess

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "achievement"?▾

"Achievement" has 4 syllables: ach · iev · em · ent.

What is the IPA transcription of "achievement"?▾

The IPA transcription of "achievement" is /əˈtʃiːvmənt/.

What does "achievement" mean?▾

Achievement: The act of achieving or performing; a successful performance; accomplishment

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