How to Pronounce Obligation

To pronounce "obligation", say OBL-ig-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɑb.ləˈɡeɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɑb.ləˈɡeɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “obligation”

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

What does obligation mean?

noun

  1. The act of binding oneself by a social, legal, or moral tie to someone.
  2. A social, legal, or moral requirement, duty, contract, or promise that compels someone to follow or avoid a particular course of action.

Synonyms

dutycommitment

Antonyms

right

Words that rhyme with obligation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

dutyresponsibilitybindingduty-bounddevoirmandateliabilitycompromise

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "obligation"?▾

"Obligation" has 4 syllables: obl · ig · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "obligation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "obligation" is /ɑb.ləˈɡeɪ.ʃən/.

What does "obligation" mean?▾

Obligation: The act of binding oneself by a social, legal, or moral tie to someone.

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