To pronounce "destitution", say DEST-it-ut-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
destitution
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DEST-it-ut-ion
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"destitution" has 4 syllables: dest-it-ut-ion. It rhymes with retribution and absolution, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Destitution" has 4 syllables: dest · it · ut · ion.
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