How to Pronounce "apprehension"
word
ˌæpɹɪˈhɛnʃən
ap-ri-HEN-shun
ˌæpɹɪhˈɛnʃən
ap-ri-HEN-shun
Definition
A feeling of fear or worry about something that may happen; also, the act of arresting someone (less common meaning).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæpɹɪˈhɛnʃən
British English
ˌæpɹɪhˈɛnʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ap-ri-HEN-shun
UK
ap-ri-HEN-shun
Listen in Context
She waited for the test results with apprehension.
His apprehension grew as the storm approached.
There was a sense of apprehension among the students before the interview.
You could sense his apprehension as he walked onto the stage for the first time.