How to Pronounce "reciprocation"
word
rɪˌsɪprəˈkeɪʃən
ri-SIP-ruh-KAY-shuhn
ɹɪsˌɪpɹəkˈeɪʃən
ri-SIP-ruh-KAY-shuhn
Definition
The act of giving something back or responding in kind when someone does something for you, such as returning a favor, feeling, or action.
IPA Transcription
American English
rɪˌsɪprəˈkeɪʃən
British English
ɹɪsˌɪpɹəkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SIP-ruh-KAY-shuhn
UK
ri-SIP-ruh-KAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
She was hoping for reciprocation of her kindness.
A healthy friendship is based on reciprocation.
He gave help without expecting reciprocation.
Their reciprocation of gifts made the celebration even warmer.