How to Pronounce "combustion"
word
/kəmˈbəstʃən/
kuhm-BUHST-chuhn
/kəmbˈʌstʃən/
kuhm-BUST-chuhn
Definition
Combustion is the process of burning something, usually a chemical reaction between a fuel and oxygen that produces heat and light. It is commonly seen in engines, fires, and stoves.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəmˈbəstʃən/
British English
/kəmbˈʌstʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhm-BUHST-chuhn
UK
kuhm-BUST-chuhn
Listen in Context
Combustion is necessary for a car engine to work.
Fire is started by combustion of wood and oxygen.
Combustion creates heat and light during burning.
Modern power plants use controlled combustion to generate electricity efficiently.