How to Pronounce Sterilisation

To pronounce "sterilisation", say STER-il-is-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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STER-il-is-at-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “sterilisation”

"sterilisation" has 5 syllables: ster-il-is-at-ion.

What does sterilisation mean?

noun

  1. The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms.
  2. A procedure to permanently prevent an organism from reproducing.

Related words

sterilizationsterilizerdisinfectiondisinfectantdecontaminationoperationsterilitydisinfecting

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How many syllables are in "sterilisation"?▾

"Sterilisation" has 5 syllables: ster · il · is · at · ion.

What does "sterilisation" mean?▾

Sterilisation: The process of treating something to kill or inactivate microorganisms.

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