How to Pronounce Conurbation

To pronounce "conurbation", say CON-urb-at-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌkɒnəˈbeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌkɒnəˈbeɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “conurbation”

"conurbation" has 4 syllables: con-urb-at-ion.

What does conurbation mean?

noun

  1. A continuous aggregation of built-up urban communities created as a result of urban sprawl.

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Related words

citytownhabitationclusteringagglomerationcommunityaggregationlocality

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "conurbation"?▾

"Conurbation" has 4 syllables: con · urb · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "conurbation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "conurbation" is /ˌkɒnəˈbeɪʃən/.

What does "conurbation" mean?▾

Conurbation: A continuous aggregation of built-up urban communities created as a result of urban sprawl.

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