How to Pronounce Proposition

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

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4

Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌpɹɑpəˈzɪʃən/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “proposition”

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

What does proposition mean?

noun

  1. The act of offering (an idea) for consideration.
  2. An idea or a plan offered.

verb

  1. To make a suggestion of sexual intercourse to (someone with whom one is not sexually involved).
  2. To make an offer or suggestion to (someone).

Synonyms

proposalsuggestionstatement

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Words that rhyme with proposition

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dispositioncognitionambitioneruditionadmonitionvolitioncompositionrecognitionjuxtapositionapparitionpositionacquisition

Related words

proffersuggestionofferproposalrecommendationclaimaffirmationaffirm

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "proposition"?▾

"Proposition" has 4 syllables: prop · os · it · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "proposition"?▾

The IPA transcription of "proposition" is /ˌpɹɑpəˈzɪʃən/.

What does "proposition" mean?▾

Proposition: The act of offering (an idea) for consideration.

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