How to Pronounce "cancellation"
word
/ˌkænsəˈɫeɪʃən/
kan-suh-LAY-shun
/kˌænsɪlˈeɪʃən/
kan-si-LAY-shun
Definition
The act of deciding that something will not happen or stopping something that was planned, like a meeting, flight, or reservation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌkænsəˈɫeɪʃən/
British English
/kˌænsɪlˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kan-suh-LAY-shun
UK
kan-si-LAY-shun
Listen in Context
The cancellation of the class was unexpected.
We received an email about the cancellation of our flight.
Hotel cancellation is free up to 24 hours before arrival.
There’s been a last-minute cancellation, so we can fit you in today.