How to Pronounce "coalition"
word
/ˌkoʊəˈɫɪʃən/
koh-uh-LI-shuhn
/kˌəʊəlˈɪʃən/
koh-uh-LI-shuhn
Definition
A coalition is a group of individuals, organizations, or countries that join together for a common purpose, especially in politics or during a project.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌkoʊəˈɫɪʃən/
British English
/kˌəʊəlˈɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
koh-uh-LI-shuhn
UK
koh-uh-LI-shuhn
Listen in Context
The two parties formed a coalition to win the election.
A coalition of organizations helped clean up the river.
The countries agreed to join a coalition against terrorism.
After months of negotiation, they finally announced the new coalition government.