How to Pronounce Appellation

To pronounce "appellation", say APP-ell-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “appellation”

"appellation" has 4 syllables: app-ell-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: appalachian — easy to mix up when writing.

What does appellation mean?

noun

  1. A name, title or designation.
  2. A geographical indication for wine that describes its geographic origin.

Words that rhyme with appellation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

designationappellativedenominationnamenamingreferenceterminologyexpression

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "appellation"?▾

"Appellation" has 4 syllables: app · ell · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "appellation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "appellation" is /ˌæpəˈleɪʃən/.

What does "appellation" mean?▾

Appellation: A name, title or designation.

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