How to Pronounce Prolongation

To pronounce "prolongation", say PROL-ong-at-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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PROL-ong-at-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “prolongation”

"prolongation" has 4 syllables: prol-ong-at-ion.

What does prolongation mean?

noun

  1. The act of prolonging.
  2. That which has been prolonged; an extension.

Synonyms

stretchingcontinuanceprolongmentprorogationprotractiondeferralprocrastination

Related words

protractionlengtheninglengthinessextensionperpetuationprorogationprolongingelongation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prolongation"?▾

"Prolongation" has 4 syllables: prol · ong · at · ion.

What does "prolongation" mean?▾

Prolongation: The act of prolonging.

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