How to Pronounce Confederation

To pronounce "confederation", say CONF-ed-er-at-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /kənfɛdəˈɹeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

13

Letters

/kənfɛdəˈɹeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “confederation”

"confederation" has 5 syllables: conf-ed-er-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does confederation mean?

noun

  1. A union or alliance of states or political organizations.
  2. The act of forming an alliance.

Synonyms

allianceconfederacyfederationleague

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Words that rhyme with confederation

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trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

federationallianceconfederacyfederalcommonwealthcongressconsortiumbund

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "confederation"?▾

"Confederation" has 5 syllables: conf · ed · er · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "confederation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "confederation" is /kənfɛdəˈɹeɪʃən/.

What does "confederation" mean?▾

Confederation: A union or alliance of states or political organizations.

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