How to Pronounce Justification

To pronounce "justification", say JUST-if-ic-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “justification”

"justification" has 5 syllables: just-if-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does justification mean?

noun

A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence.
The alignment of text to the left margin (left justification), the right margin (right justification), or both margins (full justification).

Antonyms

condemnation conviction

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Words that rhyme with justification

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trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation affirmation rumination

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "justification"?▾

"Justification" has 5 syllables: just · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "justification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "justification" is /ˌdʒʌstɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "justification" mean?▾

Justification: A reason, explanation, or excuse which provides convincing, morally acceptable support for behavior or for a belief or occurrence.

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