How to Pronounce Cogitation

To pronounce "cogitation", say COG-it-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɒd͡ʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌkɒd͡ʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “cogitation”

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

What does cogitation mean?

noun

  1. The process of cogitating; contemplation, deliberation, reflection, meditation.
  2. A carefully considered thought, idea, notion.

Words that rhyme with cogitation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

studyponderingcontemplationthoughtruminatingmusingexcogitationrumination

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "cogitation"?▾

"Cogitation" has 4 syllables: cog · it · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "cogitation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "cogitation" is /ˌkɒd͡ʒ.ɪˈteɪ.ʃən/.

What does "cogitation" mean?▾

Cogitation: The process of cogitating; contemplation, deliberation, reflection, meditation.

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