How to Pronounce Indication

To pronounce "indication", say IND-ic-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “indication”

"indication" has 4 syllables: ind-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does indication mean?

noun

  1. Act of pointing out or indicating.
  2. That which serves to indicate or point out; mark; token; sign; symptom; evidence.

Words that rhyme with indication

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

indicatingindiciaindicativeindicateindicatorspecifydesignationmention

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "indication"?▾

"Indication" has 4 syllables: ind · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "indication"?▾

The IPA transcription of "indication" is /ɪndɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "indication" mean?▾

Indication: Act of pointing out or indicating.

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