To pronounce "balkanization", say BALK-an-iz-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
balkanization
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BALK-an-iz-at-ion
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"balkanization" has 5 syllables: balk-an-iz-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
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"Balkanization" has 5 syllables: balk · an · iz · at · ion.
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