To pronounce "participation", say PART-ic-ip-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
participation
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PART-ic-ip-at-ion
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"participation" has 5 syllables: part-ic-ip-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
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"Participation" has 5 syllables: part · ic · ip · at · ion.
Participation: The act of participating, of taking part in something.
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