How to Pronounce Botheration

To pronounce "botheration", say BOTH-er-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌbɒðəˈreɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌbɒðəˈreɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “botheration”

"botheration" has 4 syllables: both-er-at-ion.

What does botheration mean?

noun

  1. The act of bothering, or state of being bothered; cause of trouble

interjection

  1. An expression of annoyance.

Synonyms

annoyanceperplexityvexation

Related words

botherannoyancenuisancepainboderationbothersomenessannoymenttroublesomeness

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "botheration"?▾

"Botheration" has 4 syllables: both · er · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "botheration"?▾

The IPA transcription of "botheration" is /ˌbɒðəˈreɪʃən/.

What does "botheration" mean?▾

Botheration: The act of bothering, or state of being bothered; cause of trouble

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