How to Pronounce Predation

To pronounce "predation", say PRED-at-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

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9

Letters

PRED-at-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “predation”

"predation" has 3 syllables: pred-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does predation mean?

noun

  1. The preying of one animal on others.
  2. The action of attacking or plundering.

Words that rhyme with predation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

depredationpreyingpredatoryconsumptionpreydispossessionpredatorgrazing

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "predation"?▾

"Predation" has 3 syllables: pred · at · ion.

What does "predation" mean?▾

Predation: The preying of one animal on others.

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