How to Pronounce "incantation"
word
ˌɪnˈkænˈteɪʃən
in-kan-TAY-shun
ˌɪnkɑːntˈeɪʃən
in-kahn-TAY-shun
Definition
An incantation is a series of words or a chant spoken or sung, believed to have magical power or to produce a special effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈkænˈteɪʃən
British English
ˌɪnkɑːntˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-kan-TAY-shun
UK
in-kahn-TAY-shun
Listen in Context
The wizard whispered an incantation to open the door.
He repeated the magic incantation three times.
The ritual began with an ancient incantation.
With a quick incantation, she lit the candles instantly.