To pronounce "examination", say EX-am-in-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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EX-am-in-at-ion
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"examination" has 5 syllables: ex-am-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Examination" has 5 syllables: ex · am · in · at · ion.
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