How to Pronounce "libations"
word
laɪˈbeɪʃənz
ly-BAY-shunz
lɪbˈeɪʃənz
lih-BAY-shunz
Definition
Libations are drinks offered to a god, spirit, or ancestor in a religious ceremony, or more informally, any alcoholic drinks served and enjoyed in a social gathering.
IPA Transcription
American English
laɪˈbeɪʃənz
British English
lɪbˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ly-BAY-shunz
UK
lih-BAY-shunz
Listen in Context
They offered libations to honor their ancestors.
At the ceremony, libations were poured onto the ground.
The priest prepared the libations for the ritual.
The bar was busy all night, serving endless libations.