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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.