How to Pronounce Irradiation

To pronounce "irradiation", say IRR-ad-iat-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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IRR-ad-iat-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “irradiation”

"irradiation" has 4 syllables: irr-ad-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does irradiation mean?

noun

  1. An act of irradiating, or state of being irradiated.
  2. Illumination; irradiance; brilliance.

Words that rhyme with irradiation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

radiotherapyactinotherapyradiographicx-rayradiationirradianceionisationionization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "irradiation"?▾

"Irradiation" has 4 syllables: irr · ad · iat · ion.

What does "irradiation" mean?▾

Irradiation: An act of irradiating, or state of being irradiated.

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