negotiations

noun

Stress: fourth syllable

Syllables: ne-go-ti-a-tions (5)

English Definition

Formal discussions between people who are trying to reach an agreement.

Example Sentence

Peace negotiations have begun between the two countries.

US IPA /nɪˌɡoʊʃiˈeɪʃənz/
UK IPA /nɪˌɡəʊʃiˈeɪʃnz/