How to Pronounce "privation"
word
pɹaɪˈveɪʃən
pry-VAY-shun
pɹaɪvˈeɪʃən
pry-VAY-shun
Definition
A lack of basic necessities or comforts of life, such as food, shelter, or freedom. It refers to situations where people do not have things they need to live well.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹaɪˈveɪʃən
British English
pɹaɪvˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pry-VAY-shun
UK
pry-VAY-shun
Listen in Context
Many families experienced privation during the long winter.
He grew up in a time of great privation and hardship.
War often brings privation to many people.
Her childhood was marked by years of privation after her family lost everything.