How to Pronounce Incarnation

To pronounce "incarnation", say INC-arn-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪŋkɑː(ɹ)ˈneɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɪŋkɑː(ɹ)ˈneɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “incarnation”

"incarnation" has 4 syllables: inc-arn-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does incarnation mean?

noun

  1. An incarnate being or form.
  2. A living being embodying a deity or spirit.

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Words that rhyme with incarnation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

embodimentpersonificationavatarreincarnationexamplemanifestationformguarantor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "incarnation"?▾

"Incarnation" has 4 syllables: inc · arn · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "incarnation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "incarnation" is /ˌɪŋkɑː(ɹ)ˈneɪʃən/.

What does "incarnation" mean?▾

Incarnation: An incarnate being or form.

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