How to pronounce absolution
Say it like ab-suh-LOO-shun. Absolution has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LOO).
- ab
- suh
- LOO
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Absolution pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- abGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "a" in cat.
- suhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- LOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of absolution
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: ab-suh-LYOO-shun.
What does absolution mean?
- An absolving of sins from ecclesiastical penalties by an authority.
- The forgiveness of sins, in a general sense.
- The form of words by which a penitent is absolved.
Where does absolution come from?
From Middle English absolucion, absolucioun, from Old French absolution, from Latin absolūtiōnem, accusative singular of absolūtiō (“acquittal”), from absolvō (“absolve”).
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- remission
- remittal
- remission of sin
Words that rhyme with absolution
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of absolution.
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Questions about saying absolution
How do you pronounce absolution?
Say ab-suh-LOO-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌæbsəˈluʃən/. In British English it is /æbsəˈljuːʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in absolution?
Absolution has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LOO). Broken into parts: ab · suh · LOO · shun.
Is absolution pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /æbsəˈljuːʃən/ (ab-suh-LYOO-shun).