How to Pronounce Electrocution

To pronounce "electrocution", say EL-ectr-oc-ut-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

/ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “electrocution”

"electrocution" has 5 syllables: el-ectr-oc-ut-ion. It rhymes with retribution and absolution, if that helps it stick.

What does electrocution mean?

noun

  1. The accidental death or suicide by electric shock.
  2. Deliberate execution by electric shock, usually involving an electric chair.

Words that rhyme with electrocution

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

retributionabsolutionresolutionrestitutiondiminutiondestitutionexecutionsolutioncontributionevolutiondissolutionconvolution

Related words

burningshockelectrocideelectrocutionerelectroshockelectrothanasiashocking

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "electrocution"?▾

"Electrocution" has 5 syllables: el · ectr · oc · ut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "electrocution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "electrocution" is /ɪˌlɛktɹəˈkjuːʃən/.

What does "electrocution" mean?▾

Electrocution: The accidental death or suicide by electric shock.

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