recitation
8 synonyms for recitation, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The act of saying a memorized piece of writing aloud in front of others.
Synonyms
Everyday swaps
Common words most readers know — safe in any writing.
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use recitation
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dramatic recitation
recitation class
memorize for recitation
Etymology
From Latin recitatio, built the same way as "recite" plus -ation, meaning "the act of reciting."
Full origin of recitation →Frequently asked questions
What does “recitation” mean?
The word “recitation” means the act of saying a memorized piece of writing aloud in front of others. In plain terms, saying something memorized out loud, or (in some schools) a small discussion class tied to a lecture.
How do you pronounce “recitation”?
“Recitation” is pronounced reh-sih-TAY-shuhn (/ˌɹɛsəˈteɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “recitation” in a sentence?
Here is “recitation” used in a sentence: “Every student had to give a recitation of a poem they had learned by heart.”
What part of speech is “recitation”?
“Recitation” is a noun.
Where does the word “recitation” come from?
The word “recitation” comes from Latin. From Latin recitatio, built the same way as "recite" plus -ation, meaning "the act of reciting.".
How many meanings does “recitation” have?
“Recitation” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the act of saying a memorized piece of writing aloud in front of others.
