How to Pronounce Revelation

To pronounce "revelation", say REV-el-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɹɛvəˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɹɛvəˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “revelation”

"revelation" has 4 syllables: rev-el-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does revelation mean?

noun

  1. The act of revealing or disclosing.
  2. Something that is revealed.

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Words that rhyme with revelation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

disclosurerevealingapocalypsedetectiondiscoveryfindingdemonstrationbreakthrough

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "revelation"?▾

"Revelation" has 4 syllables: rev · el · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "revelation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "revelation" is /ɹɛvəˈleɪʃən/.

What does "revelation" mean?▾

Revelation: The act of revealing or disclosing.

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