How to Pronounce Generation

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

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌd͡ʒɛnəˈɹeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “generation”

"generation" has 4 syllables: gen-er-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does generation mean?

noun

  1. The fact of creating something, or bringing something into being; production, creation.
  2. The act of creating a living creature or organism; procreation.

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Words that rhyme with generation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

propagationmultiplicationcoevalscontemporariesproductionproduceformationgenerate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "generation"?▾

"Generation" has 4 syllables: gen · er · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "generation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "generation" is /ˌd͡ʒɛnəˈɹeɪʃən/.

What does "generation" mean?▾

Generation: The fact of creating something, or bringing something into being; production, creation.

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