How to Pronounce "desolation"
word
ˌdɛsəˈɫeɪʃən
des-uh-LAY-shun
dˌɛsəlˈeɪʃən
des-uh-LAY-shun
Definition
A state of emptiness, loneliness, or sadness, especially when a place is empty or destroyed, or when someone feels deeply alone and miserable.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɛsəˈɫeɪʃən
British English
dˌɛsəlˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
des-uh-LAY-shun
UK
des-uh-LAY-shun
Listen in Context
After the fire, the town was left in desolation.
He felt great desolation when his friend moved away.
The movie showed the desolation of the desert.
She stared out the window at the silent desolation after the storm.