How to Pronounce Destination

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/dɛstɪˈneɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “destination”

"destination" has 4 syllables: dest-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does destination mean?

noun

  1. The act of destining or appointing.
  2. Purpose for which anything is destined; predetermined end, object, or use; ultimate design.

Words that rhyme with destination

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

goaladdressterminuspurposedirecteddispositionuseintended

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "destination"?▾

"Destination" has 4 syllables: dest · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "destination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "destination" is /dɛstɪˈneɪʃən/.

What does "destination" mean?▾

Destination: The act of destining or appointing.

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