To pronounce "variation", say VAR-iat-ion — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
variation
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VAR-iat-ion
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"variation" has 3 syllables: var-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
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"Variation" has 3 syllables: var · iat · ion.
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