How to Pronounce "populations"
word
ˌpɑpjəˈɫeɪʃənz
pahp-yuh-LAY-shunz
pˌɒpjʊlˈeɪʃənz
pop-yuh-LAY-shunz
Definition
Groups of people or animals living in a particular place, usually measured in numbers. "Populations" is the plural of "population."
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɑpjəˈɫeɪʃənz
British English
pˌɒpjʊlˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pahp-yuh-LAY-shunz
UK
pop-yuh-LAY-shunz
Listen in Context
The world's populations are growing fast.
Scientists study animal populations in the wild.
Some populations live near rivers.
Different countries have populations with unique traditions.