How to Pronounce "fermentation"
word
ˌfɝmənˈteɪʃən
fur-muhn-TAY-shuhn
fɜːmɪntˈeɪʃən
fur-min-TAY-shuhn
Definition
Fermentation is a natural process where microorganisms like yeast or bacteria break down substances, often turning sugars into alcohol or acids. It's commonly used to make foods and drinks such as yogurt, bread, or wine.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌfɝmənˈteɪʃən
British English
fɜːmɪntˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fur-muhn-TAY-shuhn
UK
fur-min-TAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
Fermentation is used to make bread rise.
Yogurt is made through fermentation of milk.
Wine gets its alcohol from fermentation.
Without proper temperature, fermentation won’t happen correctly.