How to Pronounce Reverberation

To pronounce "reverberation", say REV-erb-er-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ɹiˈvɜː(ɹ)bəɹeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

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Letters

/ɹiˈvɜː(ɹ)bəɹeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “reverberation”

"reverberation" has 5 syllables: rev-erb-er-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does reverberation mean?

noun

  1. A violent oscillation or vibration.

    “The discomfort caused by the bat's reverberation surprised Tommy.”

  2. An echo, or a series of overlapping echoes.

    “The reverberation that followed Marilyn's shout filled the cavern.”

Words that rhyme with reverberation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

echoverberationreboationringresonancerollvibratobebung

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "reverberation"?▾

"Reverberation" has 5 syllables: rev · erb · er · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "reverberation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "reverberation" is /ɹiˈvɜː(ɹ)bəɹeɪʃən/.

What does "reverberation" mean?▾

Reverberation: A violent oscillation or vibration.

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