How to Pronounce Situation

To pronounce "situation", say SIT-uat-ion — 3 syllables, IPA /ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

9

Letters

/ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/

🇺🇸 IPA (US)

/sˌɪtʃuːˈeɪʃən/

🇬🇧 IPA (UK)

💡 Tip for remembering “situation”

"situation" has 3 syllables: sit-uat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does situation mean?

noun

  1. The combination of circumstances at a given moment; a state of affairs.

    “The United States is in an awkward situation with debt default looming.”

  2. The way in which something is positioned vis-à-vis its surroundings.

    “The Botanical Gardens are in a delightful situation on the river bank.”

Synonyms

conditionset up

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Words that rhyme with situation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

positionspotplaceofficesitepostslotberth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "situation"?▾

"Situation" has 3 syllables: sit · uat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "situation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "situation" is /ˌsɪtʃuˈeɪʃən/.

What does "situation" mean?▾

Situation: The combination of circumstances at a given moment; a state of affairs.

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