How to Pronounce Expropriation

To pronounce "expropriation", say EXPR-opr-iat-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɛksˌpɹoʊpɹiˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

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Letters

/ɛksˌpɹoʊpɹiˈeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “expropriation”

"expropriation" has 4 syllables: expr-opr-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does expropriation mean?

noun

  1. The act of expropriating; the surrender of a claim to private property; the act of depriving of private propriety rights.

Words that rhyme with expropriation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

confiscationforfeitureusurpationforfeitingappropriationdispossessionseizureencroachment

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "expropriation"?▾

"Expropriation" has 4 syllables: expr · opr · iat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "expropriation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "expropriation" is /ɛksˌpɹoʊpɹiˈeɪʃən/.

What does "expropriation" mean?▾

Expropriation: The act of expropriating; the surrender of a claim to private property; the act of depriving of private propriety rights.

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