How to Pronounce "lamentations"
word
ˌlæm.ənˈteɪ.ʃənz
lam-uhn-TAY-shunz
lɐmɪntˈeɪʃənz
luh-min-TAY-shunz
Definition
Lamentations are expressions of deep sadness, grief, or sorrow, often shared aloud or in writing, especially about a loss or tragedy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌlæm.ənˈteɪ.ʃənz
British English
lɐmɪntˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lam-uhn-TAY-shunz
UK
luh-min-TAY-shunz
Listen in Context
Her lamentations could be heard throughout the house after she heard the bad news.
The ancient poem is full of lamentations for lost loved ones.
The villagers’ lamentations lasted several days after the storm.
Despite all the lamentations, there was little anyone could do to change the situation.