To pronounce "citation", say CIT-at-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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CIT-at-ion
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"citation" has 3 syllables: cit-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
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"Citation" has 3 syllables: cit · at · ion.
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