How to Pronounce Rarefaction

To pronounce "rarefaction", say RAR-ef-act-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

RAR-ef-act-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “rarefaction”

"rarefaction" has 4 syllables: rar-ef-act-ion.

What does rarefaction mean?

noun

  1. A reduction in the density of a material, especially that of a fluid.

Antonyms

compression

Related words

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How many syllables are in "rarefaction"?▾

"Rarefaction" has 4 syllables: rar · ef · act · ion.

What does "rarefaction" mean?▾

Rarefaction: A reduction in the density of a material, especially that of a fluid.

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