How to Pronounce Concentration

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

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌkɒnsənˈtɹeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “concentration”

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

What does concentration mean?

noun

  1. The act, process or ability of concentrating; the process of becoming concentrated, or the state of being concentrated.
  2. A field or course of study on which one focuses, especially as a student in a college or university.

Words that rhyme with concentration

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

engrossmentassiduousnessassiduitycompactnessdensenessabsorptiondensityconcentrated

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "concentration"?▾

"Concentration" has 4 syllables: conc · entr · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "concentration"?▾

The IPA transcription of "concentration" is /ˌkɒnsənˈtɹeɪʃən/.

What does "concentration" mean?▾

Concentration: The act, process or ability of concentrating; the process of becoming concentrated, or the state of being concentrated.

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