How to Pronounce Amortization

To pronounce "amortization", say AM-ort-iz-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /əˌmɔːtaɪˈzeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/əˌmɔːtaɪˈzeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “amortization”

"amortization" has 5 syllables: am-ort-iz-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does amortization mean?

noun

  1. The reduction of loan principal over a series of payments.
  2. The distribution of the cost of an intangible asset, such as an intellectual property right, over the projected useful life of the asset.

Words that rhyme with amortization

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

amortisationwrite-downdiscountwrite-offdividendcapitalcostrepayment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amortization"?▾

"Amortization" has 5 syllables: am · ort · iz · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "amortization"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amortization" is /əˌmɔːtaɪˈzeɪʃən/.

What does "amortization" mean?▾

Amortization: The reduction of loan principal over a series of payments.

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