How to Pronounce "importation"
word
ˌɪmpɔɹˈteɪʃən
im-pawr-TAY-shuhn
ɪmpɔːtˈeɪʃən
im-pawt-AY-shuhn
Definition
The act of bringing goods or products into a country from another country, usually for the purpose of selling them. It can also refer more generally to the introduction of something from another place.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmpɔɹˈteɪʃən
British English
ɪmpɔːtˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-pawr-TAY-shuhn
UK
im-pawt-AY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The importation of cars is regulated by the government.
Food importation brings new products to our markets.
There are strict rules about importation of animals.
Due to high taxes, the importation of electronics has decreased this year.