How to Pronounce Confrontation

To pronounce "confrontation", say CONFR-ont-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɒnfɹənˈteɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

13

Letters

/ˌkɒnfɹənˈteɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “confrontation”

"confrontation" has 4 syllables: confr-ont-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does confrontation mean?

noun

  1. The act of confronting or challenging another, especially face to face.
  2. A conflict between armed forces.

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Words that rhyme with confrontation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

encountershowdownoppositionconfrontconflictrivalrycombatingstrife

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "confrontation"?▾

"Confrontation" has 4 syllables: confr · ont · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "confrontation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "confrontation" is /ˌkɒnfɹənˈteɪʃən/.

What does "confrontation" mean?▾

Confrontation: The act of confronting or challenging another, especially face to face.

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