How to Pronounce Deputation

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

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdɛpjuːˈteɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “deputation”

"deputation" has 4 syllables: dep-ut-at-ion.

What does deputation mean?

noun

  1. The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.
  2. The person or persons deputed or commissioned by another person, party, or public body to act in his or its behalf; a delegation.

    “The general sent a deputation to the enemy to propose a truce.”

Related words

delegationdelegacycommissionmissionrelegationdelegatingrelegatingdeputisation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "deputation"?▾

"Deputation" has 4 syllables: dep · ut · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "deputation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "deputation" is /ˌdɛpjuːˈteɪʃən/.

What does "deputation" mean?▾

Deputation: The act of deputing, or of appointing or commissioning a deputy or representative; office of a deputy or delegate; vicegerency.

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