How to Pronounce Supplication

To pronounce "supplication", say SUPPL-ic-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /sʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

/sʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “supplication”

"supplication" has 4 syllables: suppl-ic-at-ion.

What does supplication mean?

noun

  1. An act of supplicating; a humble request.
  2. A prayer or entreaty to a god.

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Related words

pleainvocationprayerpetitionprecationimplorationsupplicatobsecration

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "supplication"?▾

"Supplication" has 4 syllables: suppl · ic · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "supplication"?▾

The IPA transcription of "supplication" is /sʌplɪˈkeɪʃən/.

What does "supplication" mean?▾

Supplication: An act of supplicating; a humble request.

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