How to Pronounce Indignation

To pronounce "indignation", say IND-ign-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪn.dɪɡ.ˈneɪ.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

/ˌɪn.dɪɡ.ˈneɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “indignation”

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

What does indignation mean?

noun

  1. An anger aroused by something perceived as an indignity, notably an offense or injustice.
  2. A self-righteous anger or disgust.

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Words that rhyme with indignation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationruminationexasperation

Related words

outrageresentmentangerexasperationannoyancefrustrationirritationwrath

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "indignation"?▾

"Indignation" has 4 syllables: ind · ign · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "indignation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "indignation" is /ˌɪn.dɪɡ.ˈneɪ.ʃən/.

What does "indignation" mean?▾

Indignation: An anger aroused by something perceived as an indignity, notably an offense or injustice.

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