How to Pronounce "elocution"
word
ˌɛɫəkˈjuʃən
el-uh-KYOO-shun
ɪləkjˈuːʃən
il-uh-KYOO-shun
Definition
Elocution is the skill of speaking clearly and expressively in public, especially with good pronunciation, tone, and delivery.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛɫəkˈjuʃən
British English
ɪləkjˈuːʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
el-uh-KYOO-shun
UK
il-uh-KYOO-shun
Listen in Context
She took elocution classes to improve her speech.
Elocution is important for actors on stage.
His elocution made the audience listen carefully.
After a year of elocution lessons, her confidence soared in meetings.