How to Pronounce Negotiation

To pronounce "negotiation", say NEG-ot-iat-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /nɪˌɡəʊʃiˈeɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/nɪˌɡəʊʃiˈeɪʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “negotiation”

"negotiation" has 4 syllables: neg-ot-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does negotiation mean?

noun

  1. The process of achieving agreement through discussion.

Words that rhyme with negotiation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

talksnegotiatenegotiatormediationconciliationagreementbargainingdealings

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "negotiation"?▾

"Negotiation" has 4 syllables: neg · ot · iat · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "negotiation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "negotiation" is /nɪˌɡəʊʃiˈeɪʃən/.

What does "negotiation" mean?▾

Negotiation: The process of achieving agreement through discussion.

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