How to pronounce interrelation
Say it like in-ter-rih-LAY-shun. Interrelation has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (LAY).
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- in
- ter
- rih
- LAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Interrelation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- inGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- terKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "er" in butter.
- rihKeep 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 interrelation
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: in-tuh-rih-LAY-shun.
What does interrelation mean?
- Mutual or reciprocal relation.
Where does interrelation come from?
From inter- + relation.
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Questions about saying interrelation
How do you pronounce interrelation?
Say in-ter-rih-LAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌɪntɚrɪˈleɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌɪntərɪˈleɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in interrelation?
Interrelation has five syllables, and the main stress falls on the fourth one (LAY). Broken into parts: in · ter · rih · LAY · shun.
Is interrelation pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌɪntərɪˈleɪʃən/ (in-tuh-rih-LAY-shun).