How to Pronounce "ordination"
word
ˌɔɹdəˈneɪʃən
awr-duh-NAY-shun
ˌɔːdɪnˈeɪʃən
aw-din-AY-shun
Definition
Ordination is a religious ceremony in which someone is officially made a priest, minister, or other religious leader. It can also refer more generally to the process or act of appointing someone to a formal position, especially in religious contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɔɹdəˈneɪʃən
British English
ˌɔːdɪnˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
awr-duh-NAY-shun
UK
aw-din-AY-shun
Listen in Context
His ordination as a priest was a joyful day for his family.
The church is preparing for three ordinations this month.
An ordination usually includes prayers and blessings.
After his ordination, he moved to a small rural parish.