How to Pronounce "auctions"
word
ˈɑkʃənz/, /ˈɔkʃənz
AWK-shuhnz or OK-shuhnz
ˈɔːkʃənz
AWK-shuhnz
Definition
Public events where people offer money for items or property, and the person who offers the most wins. Often used to sell art, antiques, houses or cars.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑkʃənz/, /ˈɔkʃənz
British English
ˈɔːkʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWK-shuhnz or OK-shuhnz
UK
AWK-shuhnz
Listen in Context
Many people buy rare items at auctions.
Cars are often sold at auctions.
There are online auctions every day.
My grandfather loves going to antique auctions on weekends.