How to Pronounce Imprecation

To pronounce "imprecation", say IMPR-ec-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪm.pɹəˈkeɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɪm.pɹəˈkeɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “imprecation”

"imprecation" has 4 syllables: impr-ec-at-ion.

What does imprecation mean?

noun

  1. The act of imprecating, or invoking evil upon someone; a prayer that a curse or calamity may befall someone.
  2. A curse.

Related words

maledictioncursedeprecationimprecativeanathemaimploreconjurementimpetration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "imprecation"?▾

"Imprecation" has 4 syllables: impr · ec · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "imprecation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "imprecation" is /ˌɪm.pɹəˈkeɪ.ʃən/.

What does "imprecation" mean?▾

Imprecation: The act of imprecating, or invoking evil upon someone; a prayer that a curse or calamity may befall someone.

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