How to Pronounce Retribution

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌɹɛtɹɪˈbjuʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “retribution”

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

What does retribution mean?

noun

  1. Punishment inflicted in the spirit of moral outrage or personal vengeance.

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Words that rhyme with retribution

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absolutionresolutionrestitutiondiminutiondestitutionexecutionsolutioncontributionevolutiondissolutionconvolutioninstitution

Related words

vengeancerevengeretaliationretaliatoryreprisalvindictivenesspaybackpunishment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "retribution"?▾

"Retribution" has 4 syllables: retr · ib · ut · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "retribution"?▾

The IPA transcription of "retribution" is /ˌɹɛtɹɪˈbjuʃən/.

What does "retribution" mean?▾

Retribution: Punishment inflicted in the spirit of moral outrage or personal vengeance.

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