How to Pronounce Crenellation

To pronounce "crenellation", say CREN-ell-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɹɛnəlˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

crenellation

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌkɹɛnəlˈeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “crenellation”

"crenellation" has 4 syllables: cren-ell-at-ion. It rhymes with crenelation, if that helps it stick.

Sounds exactly like: crenelation — easy to mix up when writing.

What does crenellation mean?

noun

  1. A pattern along the top of a parapet (fortified wall), most often in the form of multiple, regular, rectangular spaces in the top of the wall, through which arrows or other weaponry may be shot, especially as used in medieval European architecture.
  2. The act of crenellating; adding a top row that looks like the top of a medieval castle.

Words that rhyme with crenellation

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crenelation

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "crenellation"?▾

"Crenellation" has 4 syllables: cren · ell · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "crenellation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "crenellation" is /ˌkɹɛnəlˈeɪʃən/.

What does "crenellation" mean?▾

Crenellation: A pattern along the top of a parapet (fortified wall), most often in the form of multiple, regular, rectangular spaces in the top of the wall, through which arrows or other weaponry may be shot, especially as used in medieval European architecture.

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