How to Pronounce Capitation

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

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/kapɪˈteɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “capitation”

"capitation" has 4 syllables: cap-it-at-ion.

What does capitation mean?

noun

  1. Performing a headcount; the counting of people.
  2. A poll tax.

Related words

capitaheadheadcountcountingconnumerationcappingcount-offcensus

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "capitation"?▾

"Capitation" has 4 syllables: cap · it · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "capitation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "capitation" is /kapɪˈteɪʃən/.

What does "capitation" mean?▾

Capitation: Performing a headcount; the counting of people.

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