How to Pronounce "vacation"
word
/veɪˈkeɪʃən/
vay-KAY-shuhn
/veɪkˈeɪʃən/
vay-KAY-shuhn
Definition
A vacation is a period of time when you do not work or study and can rest, travel, or enjoy yourself. In American English, it often means a trip taken for pleasure; in British English, “holiday” is more common for this meaning.
IPA Transcription
American English
/veɪˈkeɪʃən/
British English
/veɪkˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vay-KAY-shuhn
UK
vay-KAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
We are going on vacation next week.
She took a short vacation in July.
The kids are on vacation from school.
I really need a vacation after this month.