To pronounce "elucidation", say EL-uc-id-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
elucidation
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EL-uc-id-at-ion
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"elucidation" has 5 syllables: el-uc-id-at-ion. It rhymes with dilucidation, if that helps it stick.
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"Elucidation" has 5 syllables: el · uc · id · at · ion.
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