How to Pronounce Inflammation

To pronounce "inflammation", say INFL-amm-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/ɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inflammation”

"inflammation" has 4 syllables: infl-amm-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does inflammation mean?

noun

  1. The act of inflaming, kindling, or setting on fire.
  2. The state of being inflamed

Synonyms

animosityheatpassionturbulence

Words that rhyme with inflammation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

rednessflushinflamingflammabilityburningignitioncombustioninflammatory

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inflammation"?▾

"Inflammation" has 4 syllables: infl · amm · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "inflammation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inflammation" is /ɪnfləˈmeɪʃən/.

What does "inflammation" mean?▾

Inflammation: The act of inflaming, kindling, or setting on fire.

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