How to Pronounce Repatriation

To pronounce "repatriation", say REP-atr-iat-ion — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

12

Letters

REP-atr-iat-ion

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💡 Tip for remembering “repatriation”

"repatriation" has 4 syllables: rep-atr-iat-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.

What does repatriation mean?

noun

  1. The process of returning of a person to their country of origin or citizenship.
  2. Process of converting a foreign currency into the currency of one's own country

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Words that rhyme with repatriation

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

trepidationindignationexhilarationvenerationelationcondemnationgratificationinclinationaspirationdesolationaffirmationrumination

Related words

returneeresettlementextraditionreturnsremittancerestitutionrelocationsettlement

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "repatriation"?▾

"Repatriation" has 4 syllables: rep · atr · iat · ion.

What does "repatriation" mean?▾

Repatriation: The process of returning of a person to their country of origin or citizenship.

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