How to Pronounce "conglomeration"
word
kənˌɡɫɑmɝˈeɪʃən
kuhn-GLAH-mur-AY-shun
kənɡlˌɒməɹˈeɪʃən
kuhn-glom-uh-RAY-shun
Definition
A conglomeration is a collection or group of different things, usually gathered together into one mass or organization. It can refer to a large company made up of several businesses, or any mix of various items or people.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˌɡɫɑmɝˈeɪʃən
British English
kənɡlˌɒməɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-GLAH-mur-AY-shun
UK
kuhn-glom-uh-RAY-shun
Listen in Context
The museum displayed a conglomeration of old coins from different countries.
The company is a global conglomeration with businesses in many fields.
On her desk was a conglomeration of books, papers, and pens.
All those little shops together form a bustling conglomeration in the center of town.