How to Pronounce Decapitation

To pronounce "decapitation", say DEC-ap-it-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /dɪkæpɪˈteɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/dɪkæpɪˈteɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “decapitation”

"decapitation" has 5 syllables: dec-ap-it-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does decapitation mean?

noun

  1. Beheading; the act of beheading or decapitating
  2. The ousting or destruction of the ruling body of a government or other organization.

    “A decapitation strike carried out by drone killed many of the country's senior generals.”

Synonyms

beheading

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Words that rhyme with decapitation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

beheadingheadwarheaddecollationbeheadalheadsmandisembowelingbutchering

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decapitation"?▾

"Decapitation" has 5 syllables: dec · ap · it · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "decapitation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decapitation" is /dɪkæpɪˈteɪʃən/.

What does "decapitation" mean?▾

Decapitation: Beheading; the act of beheading or decapitating

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