How to Pronounce Opposition

To pronounce "opposition", say OPP-os-it-ion — 4 syllables, IPA /ɒpəˈzɪʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

10

Letters

/ɒpəˈzɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “opposition”

"opposition" has 4 syllables: opp-os-it-ion. It rhymes with disposition and cognition, if that helps it stick.

What does opposition mean?

noun

  1. The action of opposing or of being in conflict.
  2. An opposite or contrasting position.

Antonyms

apposition

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Words that rhyme with opposition

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dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitioncompositionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisition

Related words

oppositenessoppositeopponentresistancefoemanenemyfoeconfrontation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "opposition"?▾

"Opposition" has 4 syllables: opp · os · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "opposition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "opposition" is /ɒpəˈzɪʃən/.

What does "opposition" mean?▾

Opposition: The action of opposing or of being in conflict.

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