How to Pronounce Relaxation

To pronounce "relaxation", say REL-ax-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹilækˈseɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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10

Letters

/ˌɹilækˈseɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “relaxation”

"relaxation" has 4 syllables: rel-ax-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does relaxation mean?

noun

  1. The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities.
  2. A diminution of tone, tension, or firmness; specifically in pathology: a looseness; a diminution of the natural and healthy tone of parts.

    “relaxation of the soft palate”

Words that rhyme with relaxation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

reposeslackeningeaselooseningeasinessrestliberalisationliberalization

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "relaxation"?▾

"Relaxation" has 4 syllables: rel · ax · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "relaxation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "relaxation" is /ˌɹilækˈseɪʃən/.

What does "relaxation" mean?▾

Relaxation: The act of relaxing or the state of being relaxed; the opposite of stress or tension; the aim of recreation and leisure activities.

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