How to Pronounce Distribution

To pronounce "distribution", say DISTR-ib-ut-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌdɪstɹəˈbjuːʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌdɪstɹəˈbjuːʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “distribution”

"distribution" has 4 syllables: distr-ib-ut-ion. It rhymes with retribution and absolution, if that helps it stick.

What does distribution mean?

noun

  1. An act of distributing or state of being distributed.
  2. An apportionment by law (of funds, property).

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Words that rhyme with distribution

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

retributionabsolutionresolutionrestitutiondiminutiondestitutionexecutionsolutioncontributionevolutiondissolutionconvolution

Related words

dispersionapportionmentapportioneddistapportioningdistributedistributiveshare

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "distribution"?▾

"Distribution" has 4 syllables: distr · ib · ut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "distribution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "distribution" is /ˌdɪstɹəˈbjuːʃən/.

What does "distribution" mean?▾

Distribution: An act of distributing or state of being distributed.

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