How to Pronounce Expiation

To pronounce "expiation", say EXP-iat-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ɛkspiˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ɛkspiˈeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “expiation”

"expiation" has 3 syllables: exp-iat-ion.

What does expiation mean?

noun

  1. An act of atonement for a sin or wrongdoing.
  2. The act of expiating or stripping off.

Synonyms

atonementpropitiationpillageplunder

Related words

atonementsatisfactionpropitiationpiationattonementpenancerefactionabsolution

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expiation"?▾

"Expiation" has 3 syllables: exp · iat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "expiation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expiation" is /ɛkspiˈeɪʃən/.

What does "expiation" mean?▾

Expiation: An act of atonement for a sin or wrongdoing.

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