How to pronounce equitation
Say it like ek-wuh-TAY-shun. Equitation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TAY).
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- ek
- wuh
- TAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Equitation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ekGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "e" in bed.
- wuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- TAYSay 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 equitation
American and British speakers say equitation in essentially the same way: /ˌɛkwəˈteɪʃən/ in the US and /ˌɛkwəˈteɪʃən/ in the UK.
British respelling: ek-wuh-TAY-shun.
What does equitation mean?
- The art, practice or act of horseriding.
Where does equitation come from?
From French équitation.
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Words that rhyme with equitation
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Questions about saying equitation
How do you pronounce equitation?
Say ek-wuh-TAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌɛkwəˈteɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌɛkwəˈteɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in equitation?
Equitation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (TAY). Broken into parts: ek · wuh · TAY · shun.
Do Americans and Brits say equitation the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˌɛkwəˈteɪʃən/ and the British form is /ˌɛkwəˈteɪʃən/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.