How to Pronounce Collocation

To pronounce "collocation", say COLL-oc-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɒ.lə.ˈkeɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌkɒ.lə.ˈkeɪ.ʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “collocation”

"collocation" has 4 syllables: coll-oc-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does collocation mean?

noun

  1. The grouping or juxtaposition of things, especially words or sounds.
  2. Such a specific grouping.

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Words that rhyme with collocation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

co-locationcolocationcollocatecolligationcollocabilityjuxtapositioncolligabilitycollocator

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "collocation"?▾

"Collocation" has 4 syllables: coll · oc · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "collocation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "collocation" is /ˌkɒ.lə.ˈkeɪ.ʃən/.

What does "collocation" mean?▾

Collocation: The grouping or juxtaposition of things, especially words or sounds.

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