How to Pronounce Amplification

To pronounce "amplification", say AMPL-if-ic-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌæmplɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌæmplɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “amplification”

"amplification" has 5 syllables: ampl-if-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does amplification mean?

noun

  1. The act, or result of amplifying, enlarging, extending or adding.
  2. The act, or result of independently increasing some quantity, especially voltage, power or current.

Words that rhyme with amplification

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

elaborationgainamplifiedenlargementmagnificationamplifierincreaseextension

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "amplification"?▾

"Amplification" has 5 syllables: ampl · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "amplification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "amplification" is /ˌæmplɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "amplification" mean?▾

Amplification: The act, or result of amplifying, enlarging, extending or adding.

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