How to Pronounce Vocational

To pronounce "vocational", say VOC-at-ion-al — 4 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

VOC-at-ion-al

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💡 Tip for remembering “vocational”

"vocational" has 4 syllables: voc-at-ion-al. It rhymes with sensational and operational, if that helps it stick.

What does vocational mean?

adjective

  1. Of or pertaining to a vocation.
  2. (of education) That provides a special skill rather than academic knowledge.

Words that rhyme with vocational

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

sensationaloperationalconfrontationalrelationalinspirationaleducationalfoundationalorganizationalrecreationalsituationalconversationaldenominational

Related words

vocationprofessionaloccupationalprofessionallycareeron-the-jobtrainingoccupation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "vocational"?▾

"Vocational" has 4 syllables: voc · at · ion · al.

What does "vocational" mean?▾

Vocational: Of or pertaining to a vocation.

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