How to Pronounce Tribulation

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌtɹɪbjʊˈleɪ̯ʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “tribulation”

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

What does tribulation mean?

noun

  1. Any adversity; a trying period or event.

Words that rhyme with tribulation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

trialvisitationrapturetroubleordealcrucibletormentaffliction

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "tribulation"?▾

"Tribulation" has 4 syllables: trib · ul · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "tribulation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "tribulation" is /ˌtɹɪbjʊˈleɪ̯ʃən/.

What does "tribulation" mean?▾

Tribulation: Any adversity; a trying period or event.

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