How to Pronounce Denomination

To pronounce "denomination", say DEN-om-in-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “denomination”

"denomination" has 5 syllables: den-om-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does denomination mean?

noun

  1. The act of naming or designating.
  2. That by which anything is denominated or styled; an epithet; a name, designation, or title; especially, a general name indicating a class of like individuals

Words that rhyme with denomination

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

designationappellationappellativeaffiliationdesignatorindicationunitynaming

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "denomination"?▾

"Denomination" has 5 syllables: den · om · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "denomination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "denomination" is /dɪˌnɒmɪˈneɪʃən/.

What does "denomination" mean?▾

Denomination: The act of naming or designating.

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