How to pronounce defecation
Say it like def-ih-KAY-shun. Defecation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAY).
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- def
- ih
- KAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Defecation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- defGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- KAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of defecation
American and British speakers say defecation in essentially the same way: /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/ in the US and /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: def-ih-KAY-shun.
What does defecation mean?
- Any of several processes for the removal of impurities, or for clarifying various materials.
Where does defecation come from?
17th century, borrowed from Late Latin dēfaecātiō.
Words that rhyme with defecation
Practicing rhymes is a quick way to lock in the vowel sound of defecation.
Questions about saying defecation
How do you pronounce defecation?
Say def-ih-KAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in defecation?
Defecation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (KAY). Broken into parts: def · ih · KAY · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say defecation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/ and the British form is /ˌdɛfɪˈkeɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.