How to Pronounce "concessions"
word
kənˈsɛʃənz
kuhn-SESH-uhnz
kənsˈɛʃənz
kuhn-SESH-uhnz
Definition
Concessions are things you give up, allow, or offer to reach an agreement, or special rights or discounts given to certain people.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈsɛʃənz
British English
kənsˈɛʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-SESH-uhnz
UK
kuhn-SESH-uhnz
Listen in Context
The two countries made several concessions to sign the peace agreement.
Senior citizens get concessions on bus fares.
The company offered concessions to end the strike.
Don’t expect many concessions from them—they’re tough negotiators.