How to Pronounce "concept"
word
/ˈkɑnsɛpt/
KAHN-sept
/kˈɒnsɛpt/
KON-sept
Definition
An idea, principle, or general understanding of something. It can be a mental picture of how something works or a basic plan behind an object, system, or topic.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑnsɛpt/
British English
/kˈɒnsɛpt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHN-sept
UK
KON-sept
Listen in Context
The teacher explained the concept slowly.
I understand the concept, but the math is hard.
The concept sounds great, but I'm not sure it will work in real life.
The new phone is based on a simple concept.