How to Pronounce Insulation

To pronounce "insulation", say INS-ul-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “insulation”

"insulation" has 4 syllables: ins-ul-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does insulation mean?

noun

  1. The act of insulating; detachment from other objects; isolation.
  2. The state of being insulated; detachment from other objects; isolation.

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Words that rhyme with insulation

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trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

insulantdetachmentinsularityinsularisminsulatinginsulatordustdielectric

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "insulation"?▾

"Insulation" has 4 syllables: ins · ul · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "insulation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "insulation" is /ˌɪnsjʊˈleɪʃən/.

What does "insulation" mean?▾

Insulation: The act of insulating; detachment from other objects; isolation.

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