How to Pronounce Alternation

To pronounce "alternation", say ALT-ern-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈɒl.tə(ɹ).ˌneɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˈɒl.tə(ɹ).ˌneɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “alternation”

"alternation" has 4 syllables: alt-ern-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does alternation mean?

noun

  1. The reciprocal succession of (normally two) things in time or place; the act of following and being followed by turns; alternate succession, performance, or occurrence

    “alternation between night shifts and day shifts”

  2. The response of the congregation speaking alternately with the minister.

Words that rhyme with alternation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

alterationchangechangeovermixreplacementsubstitutionsubstitutesurrogate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "alternation"?▾

"Alternation" has 4 syllables: alt · ern · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "alternation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "alternation" is /ˈɒl.tə(ɹ).ˌneɪ.ʃən/.

What does "alternation" mean?▾

Alternation: The reciprocal succession of (normally two) things in time or place; the act of following and being followed by turns; alternate succession, performance, or occurrence

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