How to Pronounce Decentralization

To pronounce "decentralization", say DEC-entr-al-iz-at-ion — 6 syllables, IPA /diːˌsɛntɹəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/. 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

/diːˌsɛntɹəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “decentralization”

"decentralization" has 6 syllables: dec-entr-al-iz-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does decentralization mean?

noun

  1. The action of decentralizing, or the state of being decentralized.

Antonyms

recentralization

Words that rhyme with decentralization

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

decentralisationdecentralizeddemocratizationcentralizationregionalizationcentralisationdelegationownership

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decentralization"?▾

"Decentralization" has 6 syllables: dec · entr · al · iz · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "decentralization"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decentralization" is /diːˌsɛntɹəlaɪˈzeɪʃən/.

What does "decentralization" mean?▾

Decentralization: The action of decentralizing, or the state of being decentralized.

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