How to Pronounce Derivation

To pronounce "derivation", say DER-iv-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌdɛ.ɹɪˈveɪ.ʃ(ə)n/. 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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10

Letters

/ˌdɛ.ɹɪˈveɪ.ʃ(ə)n/

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💡 Tip for remembering “derivation”

"derivation" has 4 syllables: der-iv-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does derivation mean?

noun

  1. A leading or drawing off of water from a stream or source.
  2. The act of receiving anything from a source; the act of procuring an effect from a cause, means, or condition, as profits from capital, conclusions or opinions from evidence.

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Words that rhyme with derivation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

filiationancestrylineagederivingetymologizingdriftadriftbypass

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "derivation"?▾

"Derivation" has 4 syllables: der · iv · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "derivation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "derivation" is /ˌdɛ.ɹɪˈveɪ.ʃ(ə)n/.

What does "derivation" mean?▾

Derivation: A leading or drawing off of water from a stream or source.

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