How to Pronounce Demolition

To pronounce "demolition", say DEM-ol-it-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌdɛm.əˈlɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdɛm.əˈlɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “demolition”

"demolition" has 4 syllables: dem-ol-it-ion. It rhymes with disposition and cognition, if that helps it stick.

What does demolition mean?

noun

  1. The process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.

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Words that rhyme with demolition

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dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitioncompositionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisition

Related words

destructiondismantlingdismantlementclearancedowningcollapsebreakingremoval

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "demolition"?▾

"Demolition" has 4 syllables: dem · ol · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "demolition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "demolition" is /ˌdɛm.əˈlɪʃən/.

What does "demolition" mean?▾

Demolition: The process of demolishing or destroying buildings or other structures.

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