How to pronounce “desperation”
deh-spur-AY-shuhn
- IPA
- /ˌdɛspɚˈeɪʃən/
- Syllables
- 4
- Stress
- Syllable 3
Also said: deh-spur-AY-shihn
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How to say it
Say it as deh-spur-AY-shuhn, in 4 syllables, putting the stress on syllable 3 (the one in capitals).
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