To pronounce "self-determination", say SELFD-et-erm-in-at-ion — 6 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
self-determination
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"self-determination" has 6 syllables: selfd-et-erm-in-at-ion. It rhymes with trepidation and indignation, if that helps it stick.
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"Self-determination" has 6 syllables: selfd · et · erm · in · at · ion.
Self-determination: The ability or right to make one's own decisions without interference from others
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