How to Pronounce Dormition

To pronounce "dormition", say DORM-it-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /dɔːˈmɪʃ(ə)n/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/dɔːˈmɪʃ(ə)n/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “dormition”

"dormition" has 3 syllables: dorm-it-ion.

What does dormition mean?

noun

  1. The process of falling asleep.
  2. The process of death or the actual death itself.

Synonyms

sleep

Related words

dyingapotheosislying-indiscarnationpupationwakeningawakeningrepose

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "dormition"?▾

"Dormition" has 3 syllables: dorm · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "dormition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "dormition" is /dɔːˈmɪʃ(ə)n/.

What does "dormition" mean?▾

Dormition: The process of falling asleep.

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