How to Pronounce Dilation

To pronounce "dilation", say DIL-at-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /daɪˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/daɪˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dilation”

"dilation" has 3 syllables: dil-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does dilation mean?

noun

  1. The act of dilating.
  2. State of being dilated; expansion; dilatation.

Synonyms

cunctationhold-updilatationexpansion

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Words that rhyme with dilation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

dilatationenlargementexpansioninvoluntarybroadeningdistensionwideningextension

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dilation"?▾

"Dilation" has 3 syllables: dil · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "dilation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dilation" is /daɪˈleɪʃən/.

What does "dilation" mean?▾

Dilation: The act of dilating.

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