How to Pronounce "constitution"
word
/ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃən/
kon-sti-TOO-shuhn
/kˌɒnstɪtjˈuːʃən/
kon-sti-TYOO-shuhn
Definition
A constitution is a set of fundamental laws and principles that outlines how a country or organization is governed. It can also refer to the physical health or character of a person.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌkɑnstəˈtuʃən/
British English
/kˌɒnstɪtjˈuːʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kon-sti-TOO-shuhn
UK
kon-sti-TYOO-shuhn
Listen in Context
The country adopted a new constitution last year.
The teacher explained the main parts of the constitution.
He has a strong constitution and hardly ever gets sick.
According to the constitution, citizens have the right to vote.