How to Pronounce "conglomerates"
word
kənˈɡɫɑmɝəts
kuhn-GLAH-mur-uts
kənˈɡlɒmərəts
kuhn-GLOM-uh-ruts
Definition
Conglomerates are large companies made up of several smaller companies, often in different industries. The word can also refer to a type of rock made up of many different pieces.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈɡɫɑmɝəts
British English
kənˈɡlɒmərəts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-GLAH-mur-uts
UK
kuhn-GLOM-uh-ruts
Listen in Context
Large conglomerates own businesses in many industries.
Some conglomerates started as small companies.
Geologists study conglomerates to learn about ancient rivers.
Tech conglomerates are buying up smaller startups everywhere.