How to Pronounce Propositions

To pronounce "propositions", say PROP-os-it-ions — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

12

Letters

PROP-os-it-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “propositions”

"propositions" has 4 syllables: prop-os-it-ions. It rhymes with conditions and ambitions, if that helps it stick.

What does propositions 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

Words that rhyme with propositions

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

conditionsambitionsmunitionsdefinitionstraditionspredispositionsexpeditionssubmissionsclinicianssuppositionsremissionsacquisitions

Related words

proffersuggestionadvocatesallegationsargumentsassertionsassumptionsclaims

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "propositions"?▾

"Propositions" has 4 syllables: prop · os · it · ions.

What does "propositions" mean?▾

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

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