How to Pronounce Invocation

To pronounce "invocation", say INV-oc-at-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

INV-oc-at-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “invocation”

"invocation" has 4 syllables: inv-oc-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does invocation mean?

noun

  1. The act or form of calling for the assistance or presence of some superior being, especially prayer offered to a divine being.
  2. A call or summons, especially a judicial call, demand, or order.

    “the invocation of papers or evidence into court”

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Words that rhyme with invocation

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trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

supplicationcallingmartyrdomso-calledreferenceattributionrelianceinvoke

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "invocation"?▾

"Invocation" has 4 syllables: inv · oc · at · ion.

What does "invocation" mean?▾

Invocation: The act or form of calling for the assistance or presence of some superior being, especially prayer offered to a divine being.

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