How to Pronounce Differentiation

To pronounce "differentiation", say DIFF-er-ent-iat-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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DIFF-er-ent-iat-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “differentiation”

"differentiation" has 5 syllables: diff-er-ent-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does differentiation mean?

noun

  1. The act of differentiating.
  2. The act of distinguishing or describing a thing, by giving its different, or specific difference; exact definition or determination.

Words that rhyme with differentiation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

distinctionspecializationspecialisationdifferentialdifferencedistinctnessdistinctivenessdistinguishing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "differentiation"?▾

"Differentiation" has 5 syllables: diff · er · ent · iat · ion.

What does "differentiation" mean?▾

Differentiation: The act of differentiating.

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