How to Pronounce Desiccation

To pronounce "desiccation", say DES-icc-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌdɛsɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌdɛsɪˈkeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “desiccation”

"desiccation" has 4 syllables: des-icc-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does desiccation mean?

noun

  1. The state or process of being desiccated
  2. An act or occurrence of desiccating

Synonyms

demoisturisationdemoisturization

Words that rhyme with desiccation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

dryingdrynessdehydrationdrainingdroughtdewateringdrainagedrawdown

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "desiccation"?▾

"Desiccation" has 4 syllables: des · icc · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "desiccation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "desiccation" is /ˌdɛsɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "desiccation" mean?▾

Desiccation: The state or process of being desiccated

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