How to Pronounce "tension"
word
/ˈtɛnʃən/
TEN-shuhn
/tˈɛnʃən/
TEN-shuhn
Definition
A feeling of stress, worry, or nervousness, or a strained situation between people or groups. It can also mean the physical force of something being pulled tight.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈtɛnʃən/
British English
/tˈɛnʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TEN-shuhn
UK
TEN-shuhn
Listen in Context
There was a lot of tension in the room before the exam.
The tension between the two brothers was obvious.
The cable must have enough tension to hold the bridge.
You could feel the tension rise as they waited for the results.