How to Pronounce Duration

To pronounce "duration", say DUR-at-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /djʊˈɹeɪʃn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/djʊˈɹeɪʃn̩/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “duration”

"duration" has 3 syllables: dur-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does duration mean?

noun

  1. An amount of time or a particular time interval.
  2. (in the singular, not followed by "of") The time taken for the current situation to end, especially the current war

    “Rationing will last at least for the duration.”

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Words that rhyme with duration

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

lengthcontinuanceperiodintervaltiminglastextentamount

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "duration"?▾

"Duration" has 3 syllables: dur · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "duration"?▾

The IPA transcription of "duration" is /djʊˈɹeɪʃn̩/.

What does "duration" mean?▾

Duration: An amount of time or a particular time interval.

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