How to Pronounce Molestation

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/mɒlɪˈsteɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “molestation”

"molestation" has 4 syllables: mol-est-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does molestation mean?

noun

  1. The act of molesting.

Words that rhyme with molestation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

harassmentroguebrutalitydefilementviolenceassaultaggressiondishonest

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "molestation"?▾

"Molestation" has 4 syllables: mol · est · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "molestation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "molestation" is /mɒlɪˈsteɪʃən/.

What does "molestation" mean?▾

Molestation: The act of molesting.

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