How to Pronounce Distillation

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

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/dɪstɪˈleɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “distillation”

"distillation" has 4 syllables: dist-ill-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does distillation mean?

noun

  1. The act of falling in drops, or the act of pouring out in drops.
  2. That which falls in drops.

Words that rhyme with distillation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

distillmentdistillatedistillingtardistillerdistillerypurificationsublimation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "distillation"?▾

"Distillation" has 4 syllables: dist · ill · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "distillation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "distillation" is /dɪstɪˈleɪʃən/.

What does "distillation" mean?▾

Distillation: The act of falling in drops, or the act of pouring out in drops.

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