How to Pronounce Conservation

To pronounce "conservation", say CONS-erv-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɑnsə(ɹ)ˈveɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌkɑnsə(ɹ)ˈveɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “conservation”

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

What does conservation mean?

noun

  1. The act of preserving, guarding, or protecting; the keeping (of a thing) in a safe or entire state; preservation.
  2. Wise use of natural resources.

Words that rhyme with conservation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

preservationconservingconservancyconservatoryconservedpreservingsecurementself-preservation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conservation"?▾

"Conservation" has 4 syllables: cons · erv · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "conservation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conservation" is /ˌkɑnsə(ɹ)ˈveɪʃən/.

What does "conservation" mean?▾

Conservation: The act of preserving, guarding, or protecting; the keeping (of a thing) in a safe or entire state; preservation.

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