How to Pronounce Hydration

To pronounce "hydration", say HYDRAT-ion — 2 syllables, IPA /haɪˈdɹeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/haɪˈdɹeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “hydration”

"hydration" has 2 syllables: hydrat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does hydration mean?

noun

  1. The incorporation of water molecules into a complex with those of another compound.
  2. The process of providing an adequate amount of water to body tissues.

Words that rhyme with hydration

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

dehydrationmoisturewetnesswettingwateringirrigationdampeningmoisturization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "hydration"?▾

"Hydration" has 2 syllables: hydrat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "hydration"?▾

The IPA transcription of "hydration" is /haɪˈdɹeɪʃən/.

What does "hydration" mean?▾

Hydration: The incorporation of water molecules into a complex with those of another compound.

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