How to Pronounce "valediction"
word
ˌvæl.əˈdɪk.ʃən
val-uh-DIK-shun
vˌælɪdˈɪkʃən
val-id-IK-shun
Definition
A valediction is a formal way of saying goodbye, especially in a speech or written message at a farewell or the end of something important.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌvæl.əˈdɪk.ʃən
British English
vˌælɪdˈɪkʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
val-uh-DIK-shun
UK
val-id-IK-shun
Listen in Context
Her valediction brought many people to tears at the ceremony.
The principal gave a valediction at the end of the school year.
A valediction usually marks the conclusion of an important event.
He struggled to find the right words for his valediction to the team.