How to Pronounce Veneration

To pronounce "veneration", say VEN-er-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌvɛnəˈɹeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ˌvɛnəˈɹeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “veneration”

"veneration" has 4 syllables: ven-er-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does veneration mean?

noun

  1. The act of venerating or the state of being venerated.
  2. Profound reverence, respect or awe.

Words that rhyme with veneration

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationruminationexasperation

Related words

reverencedevotionidolatryaweworshipcultadmirationobeisance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "veneration"?▾

"Veneration" has 4 syllables: ven · er · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "veneration"?▾

The IPA transcription of "veneration" is /ˌvɛnəˈɹeɪʃən/.

What does "veneration" mean?▾

Veneration: The act of venerating or the state of being venerated.

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