How many syllables in translation?

Syllables in translation

3

trans·la·tion

Translation has three syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say translation

Said as /tɹænzˈleɪʃən/3 syllables, trans-LA-tion · da-DUM-da
Said as /tɹænˈsleɪʃən/3 syllables, trans-LA-tion · da-DUM-da
StressSecond syllable
Letters11

To count it yourself, say translation slowly and listen for each vowel sound: trans, la, tion. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with translation

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Questions

How many syllables are in translation?
Translation has three syllables.
How do you divide translation into syllables?
Translation divides as trans-la-tion.
Which syllable is stressed in translation?
The second syllable (trans-LA-tion).

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