How to Pronounce "excavation"
word
ˌɛkskəˈveɪʃən
eks-kuh-VAY-shuhn
ˌɛkskəvˈeɪʃən
eks-kuh-VAY-shuhn
Definition
The process of digging or removing earth to find something, often used in construction or archaeology. It can also refer to the site where digging is taking place.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛkskəˈveɪʃən
British English
ˌɛkskəvˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
eks-kuh-VAY-shuhn
UK
eks-kuh-VAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The team began the excavation early in the morning.
The excavation revealed ancient pottery.
There is a large excavation site near the river.
During the excavation, workers found bones they didn't expect.