How to Pronounce Restitution

To pronounce "restitution", say REST-it-ut-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌɹɛstɪˈtjuʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɹɛstɪˈtjuʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “restitution”

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

What does restitution mean?

noun

  1. A process of compensation for losses.
  2. The act of making good or compensating for loss or injury.

Synonyms

indemnificationrecompense

Words that rhyme with restitution

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

retributionabsolutionresolutiondiminutiondestitutionexecutionsolutioncontributionevolutiondissolutionconvolutioninstitution

Related words

amendsdamagesindemnificationindemnityredressregainingrestorationreturn

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "restitution"?▾

"Restitution" has 4 syllables: rest · it · ut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "restitution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "restitution" is /ˌɹɛstɪˈtjuʃən/.

What does "restitution" mean?▾

Restitution: A process of compensation for losses.

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