How to Pronounce Damnation

To pronounce "damnation", say DAMN-at-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /dæmˈneɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dæmˈneɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “damnation”

"damnation" has 3 syllables: damn-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does damnation mean?

noun

  1. The state of being damned; condemnation; openly expressed disapprobation.
  2. Condemnation to everlasting punishment in the future state, or the punishment itself.

Synonyms

tarnation

Antonyms

salvation

Words that rhyme with damnation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

damnchastisementpunishmentretributionjesuscondemnationdamningdooming

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "damnation"?▾

"Damnation" has 3 syllables: damn · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "damnation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "damnation" is /dæmˈneɪʃən/.

What does "damnation" mean?▾

Damnation: The state of being damned; condemnation; openly expressed disapprobation.

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