How to Pronounce Fascination

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/fæsɪˈneɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “fascination”

"fascination" has 4 syllables: fasc-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does fascination mean?

noun

  1. The act of bewitching, or enchanting
  2. The state or condition of being fascinated.

    “To my fascination, the skies turned all kinds of colours.”

Synonyms

enchantmentwitchcraft

Words that rhyme with fascination

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

enchantmentcaptivationenthrallmentattractivenessglamourattractionpassionenthusiasm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fascination"?▾

"Fascination" has 4 syllables: fasc · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "fascination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fascination" is /fæsɪˈneɪʃən/.

What does "fascination" mean?▾

Fascination: The act of bewitching, or enchanting

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