How to Pronounce Vacillation

To pronounce "vacillation", say VAC-ill-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /væsɪˈleɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/væsɪˈleɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “vacillation”

"vacillation" has 4 syllables: vac-ill-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does vacillation mean?

noun

  1. Indecision in speech or action.
  2. Changing location by moving back and forth.

Synonyms

hesitationwaveringswing

Words that rhyme with vacillation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

waveringhesitationvolatilityhesitancyreluctanceprocrastinationwavershake

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vacillation"?▾

"Vacillation" has 4 syllables: vac · ill · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "vacillation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vacillation" is /væsɪˈleɪʃən/.

What does "vacillation" mean?▾

Vacillation: Indecision in speech or action.

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