How to Pronounce "detonations"
word
ˌdɛtəˈneɪʃənz
deh-tuh-NAY-shunz
dˌɛtənˈeɪʃənz
deh-tuhn-AY-shunz
Definition
Detonations are sudden and powerful explosions, usually involving a loud noise and a rapid release of energy. The word is often used in scientific, military, or technical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɛtəˈneɪʃənz
British English
dˌɛtənˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
deh-tuh-NAY-shunz
UK
deh-tuhn-AY-shunz
Listen in Context
The scientist studied the detonations carefully.
Loud detonations echoed through the city.
There were several detonations in the mine yesterday.
We heard multiple detonations coming from the construction site.