How to Pronounce Circulation

To pronounce "circulation", say CIRC-ul-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌsɜː(ɹ).kjʊˈleɪ.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

/ˌsɜː(ɹ).kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “circulation”

"circulation" has 4 syllables: circ-ul-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does circulation mean?

noun

  1. The act of moving in a circle, or in a course which brings the moving body to the place where its motion began.
  2. The act of passing from place to place or person to person; free diffusion; transmission.

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Words that rhyme with circulation

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trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "circulation"?▾

"Circulation" has 4 syllables: circ · ul · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "circulation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "circulation" is /ˌsɜː(ɹ).kjʊˈleɪ.ʃən/.

What does "circulation" mean?▾

Circulation: The act of moving in a circle, or in a course which brings the moving body to the place where its motion began.

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