How to Pronounce Domination

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

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌdɒməˈneɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “domination”

"domination" has 4 syllables: dom-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does domination mean?

noun

  1. A lid.
  2. Area or situation which screens a person or thing from view.

    “The soldiers took cover behind a ruined building.”

noun

  1. The act of dominating; the exercise of power when ruling
  2. A ruling party; a party in power.

Synonyms

dominion

Words that rhyme with domination

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

masterysupremacyascendancydominancerulingcontrollingcontrolcommand

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "domination"?▾

"Domination" has 4 syllables: dom · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "domination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "domination" is /ˌdɒməˈneɪʃən/.

What does "domination" mean?▾

Domination: A lid.

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