How to Pronounce Duplication

To pronounce "duplication", say DUPL-ic-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /djuː.plɪ.ˈkeɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/djuː.plɪ.ˈkeɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “duplication”

"duplication" has 4 syllables: dupl-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does duplication mean?

noun

  1. The act of duplicating.
  2. A folding over; a fold.

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Words that rhyme with duplication

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trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

duplicateduplicatingreplicaduplicativecopyreplicationcopyingparallel

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duplication"?▾

"Duplication" has 4 syllables: dupl · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "duplication"?▾

The IPA transcription of "duplication" is /djuː.plɪ.ˈkeɪ.ʃən/.

What does "duplication" mean?▾

Duplication: The act of duplicating.

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