How to Pronounce Decolonization

To pronounce "decolonization", say DEC-ol-on-iz-at-ion — 6 syllables, IPA /diːˌkɒl.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

decolonization

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6

Syllables

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Letters

/diːˌkɒl.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “decolonization”

"decolonization" has 6 syllables: dec-ol-on-iz-at-ion. It rhymes with recolonization, if that helps it stick.

What does decolonization mean?

noun

  1. The freeing of a colony etc from dependent status by granting it independence.
  2. The reverse of colonization, i.e. granting back autonomy to a group.

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Words that rhyme with decolonization

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recolonization

Related words

decolonisationcolonizationcolonisationcolonialimperialismconcertcolonialismcommittee

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "decolonization"?▾

"Decolonization" has 6 syllables: dec · ol · on · iz · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "decolonization"?▾

The IPA transcription of "decolonization" is /diːˌkɒl.ə.naɪˈzeɪ.ʃən/.

What does "decolonization" mean?▾

Decolonization: The freeing of a colony etc from dependent status by granting it independence.

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