How to Pronounce Declination

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌdɛklɪˈneɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “declination”

"declination" has 4 syllables: decl-in-at-ion.

What does declination mean?

noun

  1. At a given point, the angle between magnetic north and true north.
  2. At a given point, the angle between the line connecting this point with the geographical center of the earth and the equatorial plane.

Related words

decrefusalregretsdeclinedownturnrejectiondenialunwillingness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "declination"?▾

"Declination" has 4 syllables: decl · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "declination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "declination" is /ˌdɛklɪˈneɪʃən/.

What does "declination" mean?▾

Declination: At a given point, the angle between magnetic north and true north.

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