How to Pronounce Qualification

To pronounce "qualification", say QUAL-if-ic-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “qualification”

"qualification" has 5 syllables: qual-if-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does qualification mean?

noun

  1. The act or process of qualifying for a position, achievement etc.

    “Qualification for this organization is extraordinarily difficult.”

  2. An ability or attribute that aids someone's chances of qualifying for something; specifically, completed professional training.

    “What are your qualifications for this job?”

Words that rhyme with qualification

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

reservationqualifyingqualifiedqualifyeligiblecertificationeligibilitycertify

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "qualification"?▾

"Qualification" has 5 syllables: qual · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "qualification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "qualification" is /ˌkwɒlɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "qualification" mean?▾

Qualification: The act or process of qualifying for a position, achievement etc.

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