How to pronounce corporation
Say it like kor-puh-RAY-shun. Corporation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAY).
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- kor
- puh
- RAY
- shun
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Corporation pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- korGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "aw" in law.
- puhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- RAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- shunKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of corporation
- Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead.
British respelling: kaw-puh-RAY-shun.
What does corporation mean?
- a business firm whose articles of incorporation have been approved in some state
- slang for a paunch
Where does corporation come from?
(protruding belly): Perhaps a play on the word corpulence.
Words that rhyme with corporation
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Words that sound like corporation
Questions about saying corporation
How do you pronounce corporation?
Say kor-puh-RAY-shun. The American pronunciation is /ˌkɔrpəˈreɪʃən/. In British English it is /ˌkɔːpəˈreɪʃən/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in corporation?
Corporation has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (RAY). Broken into parts: kor · puh · RAY · shun.
Is corporation pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. Americans pronounce the r after a vowel; most British speakers leave it silent and lengthen the vowel instead. The British form is /ˌkɔːpəˈreɪʃən/ (kaw-puh-RAY-shun).
What words sound the same as corporation?
Corporation sounds the same as corp in American English. The spelling and meaning are what tell them apart.