How to Pronounce Ruination

To pronounce "ruination", say RUIN-at-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

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9

Letters

RUIN-at-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “ruination”

"ruination" has 3 syllables: ruin-at-ion.

What does ruination mean?

noun

  1. The state of being ruined, a state of devastation or destruction.
  2. The act of ruining or wrecking.

Synonyms

buildingconstructionfoundationdestructionwrecking

Related words

ruiningruinwreckingdevastationdisrepairdestructiondownfallbane

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ruination"?▾

"Ruination" has 3 syllables: ruin · at · ion.

What does "ruination" mean?▾

Ruination: The state of being ruined, a state of devastation or destruction.

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