How to pronounce obviation
Say it like ahb-vee-AY-shun. Obviation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AY).
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US American/ˌɑbviˈeɪʃən/ahb-vee-AY-shun
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- ahb
- vee
- AY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Obviation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ahbGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "ah" in father.
- veeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- AYSay 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.
What does obviation mean?
noun
- The act of obviating; deterrence or prevention.
Where does obviation come from?
From Middle English obviacioun, from Medieval Latin obviātiō.
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Questions about saying obviation
How do you pronounce obviation?
Say ahb-vee-AY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌɑbviˈeɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in obviation?
Obviation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (AY). Broken into parts: ahb · vee · AY · shun.