How to Pronounce "occasioned"
word
əˈkeɪʒənd
uh-KAY-zhuhnd
əkˈeɪʒənd
uh-KAY-zhuhnd
Definition
Caused or brought about something, especially as a result of a specific action or event. Formal and mainly used in written English.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈkeɪʒənd
British English
əkˈeɪʒənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-KAY-zhuhnd
UK
uh-KAY-zhuhnd
Listen in Context
The accident occasioned a lot of questions from the public.
Her comments occasioned surprise among her colleagues.
The change in policy occasioned some confusion.
The new regulations occasioned much debate in parliament.