How to Pronounce Generalizations

To pronounce "generalizations", say GEN-er-al-iz-at-ions — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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GEN-er-al-iz-at-ions

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"generalizations" has 6 syllables: gen-er-al-iz-at-ions. It rhymes with ramifications and inclinations, if that helps it stick.

What does generalizations mean?

noun

  1. The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.
  2. Inductive reasoning from detailed facts to general principles.

Synonyms

universalization

Antonyms

specialization

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Words that rhyme with generalizations

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ramificationsinclinationsaspirationsoscillationsoperationsindicationsobservationssituationsconnotationsobligationsallegationsprivations

Related words

generalityinductiontransferabstractioncarry-overcircularcircularsgeneralisations

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How many syllables are in "generalizations"?▾

"Generalizations" has 6 syllables: gen · er · al · iz · at · ions.

What does "generalizations" mean?▾

Generalizations: The formulation of general concepts from specific instances by abstracting common properties.

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