How to Pronounce Signification

To pronounce "signification", say SIGN-if-ic-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “signification”

"signification" has 5 syllables: sign-if-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with lignification and dignification, if that helps it stick.

What does signification mean?

noun

  1. The act of signifying, or something that is signified; significance.
  2. Evidence for the existence of something.

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Words that rhyme with signification

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lignificationdignification

Related words

meaningsignificanceimportsensedenotationimplicationessencetenor

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "signification"?▾

"Signification" has 5 syllables: sign · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "signification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "signification" is /ˌsɪɡnɪfɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "signification" mean?▾

Signification: The act of signifying, or something that is signified; significance.

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