How to Pronounce Resolution

To pronounce "resolution", say RES-ol-ut-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “resolution”

"resolution" has 4 syllables: res-ol-ut-ion. It rhymes with retribution and absolution, if that helps it stick.

What does resolution mean?

noun

  1. A strong will, determination.
  2. The state of being resolute.

    “His stalwart resolution is perhaps admirable, perhaps foolish.”

Words that rhyme with resolution

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

retributionabsolutionrestitutiondiminutiondestitutionexecutionsolutioncontributionevolutiondissolutionconvolutioninstitution

Related words

resolutenessresolvingresolvefirmnessanswerresultdeclarationsettlement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "resolution"?▾

"Resolution" has 4 syllables: res · ol · ut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "resolution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "resolution" is /ˌɹɛzəˈluːʃ(ə)n/.

What does "resolution" mean?▾

Resolution: A strong will, determination.

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