How to Pronounce "inspection"
word
/ˌɪnˈspɛkʃən/
in-SPEK-shuhn
/ɪnspˈɛkʃən/
in-SPEK-shuhn
Definition
An inspection is a careful examination of something to check its condition, quality, safety, or whether it follows rules. It is often done officially at places like buildings, factories, schools, or airports.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈspɛkʃən/
British English
/ɪnspˈɛkʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-SPEK-shuhn
UK
in-SPEK-shuhn
Listen in Context
The car passed the inspection yesterday.
We have a fire safety inspection next week.
The inspector started the inspection in the kitchen.
The apartment looked fine, but the inspection found water damage behind the wall.