How to Pronounce "admonition"
word
ad-muh-NISH-uhn
ad-mun-ISH-uhn
Definition
A gentle warning or advice, usually given to warn someone about their behavior or to guide them to do the right thing.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌædməˈnɪʃən
British English
ˌædmənˈɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ad-muh-NISH-uhn
UK
ad-mun-ISH-uhn
Listen in Context
The teacher gave an admonition to talk quietly in class.
He ignored his parents' admonition and went out late.
A gentle admonition can help children learn right from wrong.
Despite his boss's admonition, he was late again for work.