How to pronounce epilation
Say it like ep-ih-LAY-shun. Epilation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LAY).
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- ep
- ih
- LAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Epilation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- epKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- ihKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- LAYSay 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 epilation
American and British speakers say epilation in essentially the same way: /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/ in the US and /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ep-ih-LAY-shun.
What does epilation mean?
- The removal of hair from the skin in such a way that removes or destroys the root.
- The removal of hair from the skin via the use of an epilator.
Where does epilation come from?
From French épilation.
Words that rhyme with epilation
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Questions about saying epilation
How do you pronounce epilation?
Say ep-ih-LAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/. In British English it is /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in epilation?
Epilation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (LAY). Broken into parts: ep · ih · LAY · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say epilation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/ and the British form is /ɛpɪˈleɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.