How to Pronounce Vegetation

To pronounce "vegetation", say VEG-et-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌvɛd͡ʒəˈteɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ˌvɛd͡ʒəˈteɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “vegetation”

"vegetation" has 4 syllables: veg-et-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does vegetation mean?

noun

Plants, taken collectively.
“There were large amounts of vegetation in the forest.”
An abnormal verrucous or fibrinous growth

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Words that rhyme with vegetation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidation indignation exhilaration veneration elation condemnation gratification inclination aspiration desolation affirmation rumination

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vegetation"?▾

"Vegetation" has 4 syllables: veg · et · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "vegetation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "vegetation" is /ˌvɛd͡ʒəˈteɪʃən/.

What does "vegetation" mean?▾

Vegetation: Plants, taken collectively.

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