How to Pronounce Overpopulation

To pronounce "overpopulation", say OV-erp-op-ul-at-ion — 6 syllables, IPA /ˌoʊvɚˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌoʊvɚˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/

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💡 Tip for remembering “overpopulation”

"overpopulation" has 6 syllables: ov-erp-op-ul-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does overpopulation mean?

noun

  1. A situation which occurs when the number of occupants of an area exceeds the ability of that area to provide for those occupants.

Words that rhyme with overpopulation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

overspillovercrowdingovergrowthcrowdingcongestionexplosionover-crowdingoveroccupation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "overpopulation"?▾

"Overpopulation" has 6 syllables: ov · erp · op · ul · at · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "overpopulation"?▾

The IPA transcription of "overpopulation" is /ˌoʊvɚˌpɑpjəˈleɪʃ(ə)n/.

What does "overpopulation" mean?▾

Overpopulation: A situation which occurs when the number of occupants of an area exceeds the ability of that area to provide for those occupants.

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