How to Pronounce Simplification

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

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5

Syllables

14

Letters

/ˌsɪmpləfəˈkeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “simplification”

"simplification" has 5 syllables: simpl-if-ic-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does simplification mean?

noun

  1. The act of simplifying or something that has been simplified
  2. A valid simple argument

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Words that rhyme with simplification

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

reductionoversimplificationrationalizingrationalisationrationalizationstreamliningfacilitationeasier

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "simplification"?▾

"Simplification" has 5 syllables: simpl · if · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "simplification"?▾

The IPA transcription of "simplification" is /ˌsɪmpləfəˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "simplification" mean?▾

Simplification: The act of simplifying or something that has been simplified

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