How to Pronounce Polarization

To pronounce "polarization", say POL-ar-iz-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

12

Letters

/ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “polarization”

"polarization" has 5 syllables: pol-ar-iz-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does polarization mean?

noun

  1. The production or the condition of polarity
  2. The production of polarized light; the direction in which the electric field of an electromagnetic wave points

Words that rhyme with polarization

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

polarisationpolaritybipolarbipolarityfocuspolarizabilitymultipolaritydivide

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "polarization"?▾

"Polarization" has 5 syllables: pol · ar · iz · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "polarization"?▾

The IPA transcription of "polarization" is /ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən/.

What does "polarization" mean?▾

Polarization: The production or the condition of polarity

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