How to Pronounce Constitution

To pronounce "constitution", say const-it-UT-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃən/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/kˌɒnstɪtjˈuːʃən/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “constitution”

Break "constitution" into 4 beats and lean on "UT" — that's the stressed one. It rhymes with retribution and absolution, if that helps it stick.

What does constitution mean?

noun

  1. The act, or process of setting something up, or establishing something; the composition or structure of such a thing; its makeup.
  2. The formal or informal system of primary principles and laws that regulates a government or other institutions.

Synonyms

configurationform

Words that rhyme with constitution

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

retributionabsolutionresolutionrestitutiondiminutiondestitutionexecutionsolutioncontributionevolutiondissolutionconvolution

Related words

establishmentorganisationorganizationformationcompositionmakeupconstitutionalitystatute

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "constitution"?▾

"Constitution" has 4 syllables: const · it · ut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "constitution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "constitution" is /ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃən/.

What does "constitution" mean?▾

Constitution: The act, or process of setting something up, or establishing something; the composition or structure of such a thing; its makeup.

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