How to Pronounce Depreciation

To pronounce "depreciation", say DEPR-ec-iat-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /dɪˌpɹiːʃɪˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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12

Letters

/dɪˌpɹiːʃɪˈeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “depreciation”

"depreciation" has 4 syllables: depr-ec-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does depreciation mean?

noun

  1. The state of being depreciated; disparagement.
  2. The decline in value of assets.

Words that rhyme with depreciation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

disparagementderogationdevaluingdegradationdeteriorationdevaluationweakeningimpairment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "depreciation"?▾

"Depreciation" has 4 syllables: depr · ec · iat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "depreciation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "depreciation" is /dɪˌpɹiːʃɪˈeɪʃən/.

What does "depreciation" mean?▾

Depreciation: The state of being depreciated; disparagement.

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