How to Pronounce Machination

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “machination”

"machination" has 4 syllables: mach-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does machination mean?

noun

  1. A clever scheme or artful plot, usually crafted for evil purposes.
  2. The act of machinating or plotting.

Words that rhyme with machination

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

intrigueschemeruseplottingschemingdevilmentdevicestratagem

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "machination"?▾

"Machination" has 4 syllables: mach · in · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "machination"?▾

The IPA transcription of "machination" is /ˌmækɪˈneɪʃən/.

What does "machination" mean?▾

Machination: A clever scheme or artful plot, usually crafted for evil purposes.

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