How to Pronounce Alienation

To pronounce "alienation", say AL-ien-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /[ˌeɪli.əˈneɪʃən]/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/[ˌeɪli.əˈneɪʃən]/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alienation”

"alienation" has 4 syllables: al-ien-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does alienation mean?

noun

  1. The act of alienating.
  2. The state of being alienated.

Synonyms

estrangement

Words that rhyme with alienation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

estrangementdisaffectionisolationdisempowermentexclusiondisqualificationdeprivationexile

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alienation"?▾

"Alienation" has 4 syllables: al · ien · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "alienation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alienation" is /[ˌeɪli.əˈneɪʃən]/.

What does "alienation" mean?▾

Alienation: The act of alienating.

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