How to Pronounce Oscillations

To pronounce "oscillations", say OSC-ill-at-ions — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

OSC-ill-at-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “oscillations”

"oscillations" has 4 syllables: osc-ill-at-ions. It rhymes with ramifications and inclinations, if that helps it stick.

What does oscillations mean?

noun

  1. The act of oscillating or the state of being oscillated
  2. A regular periodic fluctuation in value about some mean

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Words that rhyme with oscillations

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ramificationsinclinationsaspirationsoperationsindicationsobservationssituationsconnotationsobligationsallegationsprivationsrelations

Related words

vibrationchangesfluctuationshesitationsmovementsswingsvariancesvariations

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "oscillations"?▾

"Oscillations" has 4 syllables: osc · ill · at · ions.

What does "oscillations" mean?▾

Oscillations: The act of oscillating or the state of being oscillated

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