How to Pronounce Flirtation

To pronounce "flirtation", say FLIRT-at-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /flɚˈteɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

10

Letters

/flɚˈteɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flirtation”

"flirtation" has 3 syllables: flirt-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does flirtation mean?

noun

  1. Playing at courtship; coquetry.
  2. An instance of flirting.

Words that rhyme with flirtation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

coquetrydalliancetoyingcrushflingyarncountydate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flirtation"?▾

"Flirtation" has 3 syllables: flirt · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "flirtation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flirtation" is /flɚˈteɪʃən/.

What does "flirtation" mean?▾

Flirtation: Playing at courtship; coquetry.

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