How to Pronounce Modification

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

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “modification”

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

What does modification mean?

noun

  1. The form of existence belonging to a particular object, entity etc.; a mode of being.
  2. The change undergone by a word when used in a construction (for instance am => 'm in I'm)

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Words that rhyme with modification

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

alterationchangequalifyingadjustmentlimitingmodifyamendedmodified

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "modification"?▾

"Modification" has 5 syllables: mod · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "modification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "modification" is /ˌmɒdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "modification" mean?▾

Modification: The form of existence belonging to a particular object, entity etc.; a mode of being.

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