How to Pronounce Reservation

To pronounce "reservation", say RES-erv-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹɛzəˈveɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɹɛzəˈveɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “reservation”

"reservation" has 4 syllables: res-erv-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does reservation mean?

noun

  1. The act of reserving, withholding or keeping back.

    “The committee authorised the reservation of funds.”

  2. Something that is withheld or kept back.

Synonyms

resreserverezbookingmedianmedian strip

Words that rhyme with reservation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

qualificationbookingreservenesscustodykeepingenrollmentenrolment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reservation"?▾

"Reservation" has 4 syllables: res · erv · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "reservation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reservation" is /ˌɹɛzəˈveɪʃən/.

What does "reservation" mean?▾

Reservation: The act of reserving, withholding or keeping back.

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