How to Pronounce Triangulation

To pronounce "triangulation", say TRIANG-ul-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /tɹʌɪaŋɡjʊˈleɪʃn̩/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

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Letters

/tɹʌɪaŋɡjʊˈleɪʃn̩/

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💡 Tip for remembering “triangulation”

"triangulation" has 4 syllables: triang-ul-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does triangulation mean?

noun

  1. A technique in which distances and directions are estimated from an accurately measured baseline and the principles of trigonometry; an instance of the use of this technique.
  2. The network of triangles so obtained, that are the basis of a chart or map.

Words that rhyme with triangulation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

tracedelaunaytrigretriangulationtrigonometricsphototriangulationtrilaterationtraverse

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "triangulation"?▾

"Triangulation" has 4 syllables: triang · ul · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "triangulation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "triangulation" is /tɹʌɪaŋɡjʊˈleɪʃn̩/.

What does "triangulation" mean?▾

Triangulation: A technique in which distances and directions are estimated from an accurately measured baseline and the principles of trigonometry; an instance of the use of this technique.

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