To pronounce "affectation", say AFF-ect-at-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
affectation
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AFF-ect-at-ion
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"affectation" has 4 syllables: aff-ect-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Affectation" has 4 syllables: aff · ect · at · ion.
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