To pronounce "masterbation", say MAST-erb-at-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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MAST-erb-at-ion
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"masterbation" has 4 syllables: mast-erb-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
Sounds exactly like: masturbation — easy to mix up when writing.
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Masterbation" has 4 syllables: mast · erb · at · ion.
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