How to Pronounce "limitation"
word
ˌɫɪmɪˈteɪʃən
lim-i-TAY-shuhn
lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃən
lim-i-TAY-shuhn
Definition
A restriction, rule, or condition that stops something from being as great or free as it could be; also, something that someone cannot do well (a weakness or shortcoming).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɫɪmɪˈteɪʃən
British English
lˌɪmɪtˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
lim-i-TAY-shuhn
UK
lim-i-TAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
There is a limitation on how many books you can borrow at once.
Every technology has its limitations.
He spoke about the limitation of the new law.
One major limitation of this job is the long hours.