How to Pronounce Fortification

To pronounce "fortification", say FORT-if-ic-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

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Letters

/ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “fortification”

"fortification" has 5 syllables: fort-if-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does fortification mean?

noun

  1. The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.
  2. That which fortifies; especially, a work or works erected to defend a place against attack; a fortified place; a fortress; a fort; a castle.

Words that rhyme with fortification

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

munitionstrengtheningfortredanpalisadespikespikingdefence

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "fortification"?▾

"Fortification" has 5 syllables: fort · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "fortification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "fortification" is /ˌfɔː(ɹ)tɪfəˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "fortification" mean?▾

Fortification: The act of fortifying; the art or science of fortifying places to strengthen defence against an enemy.

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