To pronounce "authorization", say AUTH-or-iz-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"authorization" has 5 syllables: auth-or-iz-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
noun
“I've got authorization. Call the office and you'll see.”
Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.
"Authorization" has 5 syllables: auth · or · iz · at · ion.
Authorization: Permission.
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