How to Pronounce Inhalation

To pronounce "inhalation", say INH-al-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪnhəˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌɪnhəˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inhalation”

"inhalation" has 4 syllables: inh-al-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does inhalation mean?

noun

  1. The act of inhaling; inbreathing.
  2. The substance (medicament) which is inhaled.

Words that rhyme with inhalation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

inspirationbreathingrespirableexhalationpuffrespiratorypulmonarylung

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inhalation"?▾

"Inhalation" has 4 syllables: inh · al · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "inhalation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inhalation" is /ˌɪnhəˈleɪʃən/.

What does "inhalation" mean?▾

Inhalation: The act of inhaling; inbreathing.

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