How to Pronounce Creation

To pronounce "creation", say CREAT-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /kɹiːˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

8

Letters

/kɹiːˈeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “creation”

"creation" has 2 syllables: creat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does creation mean?

noun

  1. Something created such as an invention or artwork.

    “I think the manufacturer was so ashamed of its creation that it didn't put its name on it!”

  2. The act of creating something.

    “The restructure resulted in the creation of a number of shared services.”

Words that rhyme with creation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

originationfoundationfoundinginitiationexistenceworldinstitutionmacrocosm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "creation"?▾

"Creation" has 2 syllables: creat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "creation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "creation" is /kɹiːˈeɪʃən/.

What does "creation" mean?▾

Creation: Something created such as an invention or artwork.

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