How to Pronounce Contemplation

To pronounce "contemplation", say CONT-empl-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɒntəmˈpleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌkɒntəmˈpleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “contemplation”

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

What does contemplation mean?

noun

  1. The act of contemplating; musing; being highly concentrated in thought
  2. Holy meditation.

Antonyms

pragmatism

Words that rhyme with contemplation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

musingmeditationthoughtfulnessreflexionreflectionruminationthinkingawareness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "contemplation"?▾

"Contemplation" has 4 syllables: cont · empl · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "contemplation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "contemplation" is /ˌkɒntəmˈpleɪʃən/.

What does "contemplation" mean?▾

Contemplation: The act of contemplating; musing; being highly concentrated in thought

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