How to Pronounce Desolation

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

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdɛsəˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “desolation”

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

What does desolation mean?

noun

  1. The act of desolating or laying waste; destruction of inhabitants; depopulation.
  2. The state of being desolated or laid waste

Synonyms

destitutiongloomgloominessruinsolitariness

Words that rhyme with desolation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationaffirmationruminationexasperation

Related words

devastationruinforlornnessbleaknesslonelinesshavocdestructionwasting

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "desolation"?▾

"Desolation" has 4 syllables: des · ol · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "desolation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "desolation" is /ˌdɛsəˈleɪʃən/.

What does "desolation" mean?▾

Desolation: The act of desolating or laying waste; destruction of inhabitants; depopulation.

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