How to Pronounce Mediation

To pronounce "mediation", say MED-iat-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /midiˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

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Letters

/midiˈeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “mediation”

"mediation" has 3 syllables: med-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does mediation mean?

noun

  1. Negotiation to resolve differences conducted by some impartial party.
  2. The act of intervening for the purpose of bringing about a settlement.

Words that rhyme with mediation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

arbitrationintermediationmediatorcompromisenegotiationmediatearbitraladvocacy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mediation"?▾

"Mediation" has 3 syllables: med · iat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "mediation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mediation" is /midiˈeɪʃən/.

What does "mediation" mean?▾

Mediation: Negotiation to resolve differences conducted by some impartial party.

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