How to Pronounce Flotation

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

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/fləʊˈteɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “flotation”

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

What does flotation mean?

noun

  1. A state of floating, or being afloat.
  2. The ability (as of a tire or snowshoes) to stay on the surface of soft ground or snow.

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Words that rhyme with flotation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

floatationwaterlinefrothwaterfloatbuoyancyfloatabilitybuoyantness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "flotation"?▾

"Flotation" has 3 syllables: flot · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "flotation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "flotation" is /fləʊˈteɪʃən/.

What does "flotation" mean?▾

Flotation: A state of floating, or being afloat.

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