How to Pronounce Estimation

To pronounce "estimation", say EST-im-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɛstɪˈmeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

estimation

Tap to hear · American accent

Accent

If an accent sounds the same, your device is missing that voice — it falls back to the closest one.

Speed

Syllable by syllable — tap each one

Practice: Record & Compare

Record yourself saying estimation, then compare with the target. Your audio stays on this device — nothing is uploaded.

4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɛstɪˈmeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “estimation”

"estimation" has 4 syllables: est-im-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does estimation mean?

noun

  1. The process of making an estimate.
  2. The amount, extent, position, size, or value reached in an estimate.

Words that rhyme with estimation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

estimateapproximationappraisalideareckonguessvaluationevaluate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "estimation"?▾

"Estimation" has 4 syllables: est · im · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "estimation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "estimation" is /ɛstɪˈmeɪʃən/.

What does "estimation" mean?▾

Estimation: The process of making an estimate.

Want the definition, translations into 8 languages, and read-aloud for full sentences?

Open “estimation” in the full dictionary →