How to Pronounce "juxtaposition"
word
ˌdʒəkstəpəˈzɪʃən
juhk-stuh-puh-ZISH-uhn
dʒˌʌkstɐpəzˈɪʃən
JUK-stuh-puh-ZISH-uhn
Definition
The act or placement of two or more things side by side, often to compare or contrast them and highlight their differences or similarities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdʒəkstəpəˈzɪʃən
British English
dʒˌʌkstɐpəzˈɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
juhk-stuh-puh-ZISH-uhn
UK
JUK-stuh-puh-ZISH-uhn
Listen in Context
The artist used juxtaposition to show the contrast between light and dark colors.
There is a clear juxtaposition of modern and old buildings in the city center.
The juxtaposition of happiness and sadness made the story interesting.
Her outfit was a clever juxtaposition of vintage and modern styles.