How to Pronounce Cooperation

To pronounce "cooperation", say COOP-er-at-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

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Letters

COOP-er-at-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “cooperation”

"cooperation" has 4 syllables: coop-er-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

Words that rhyme with cooperation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

cooperativelycollaboratecollaborationcollaborativecooperativecooperatejointteamwork

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How many syllables are in "cooperation"?▾

"Cooperation" has 4 syllables: coop · er · at · ion.

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