To pronounce "dation", say DAT-ion — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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DAT-ion
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"dation" has 2 syllables: dat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: dacian — easy to mix up when writing.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Dation" has 2 syllables: dat · ion.
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