How to Pronounce Mitigation

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

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Syllables

Letters

/mɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mitigation”

"mitigation" has 4 syllables: mit-ig-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does mitigation mean?

noun

A reduction or decrease of something harmful or unpleasant.

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Words that rhyme with mitigation

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

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mitigation"?▾

"Mitigation" has 4 syllables: mit · ig · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "mitigation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mitigation" is /mɪtɪˈɡeɪʃən/.

What does "mitigation" mean?▾

Mitigation: A reduction or decrease of something harmful or unpleasant.

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