How to Pronounce Occupations

To pronounce "occupations", say OCC-up-at-ions — 4 syllables, IPA /ɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənz/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

Letters

/ɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənz/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “occupations”

"occupations" has 4 syllables: occ-up-at-ions. It rhymes with ramifications and inclinations, if that helps it stick.

What does occupations mean?

noun

An activity or task with which one occupies oneself; usually specifically the productive activity, service, trade, or craft for which one is regularly paid; a job.
The act, process or state of possessing a place.

Synonyms

employment interest line of work profession vocation

Words that rhyme with occupations

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

ramifications inclinations aspirations oscillations operations indications observations situations connotations obligations allegations privations

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "occupations"?▾

"Occupations" has 4 syllables: occ · up · at · ions.

What is the IPA transcription of "occupations"?▾

The IPA transcription of "occupations" is /ɒkjʊˈpeɪʃənz/.

What does "occupations" mean?▾

Occupations: An activity or task with which one occupies oneself; usually specifically the productive activity, service, trade, or craft for which one is regularly paid; a job.

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