How to Pronounce "exhilaration"
word
ɪɡˌzɪɫɝˈeɪʃən
ig-zil-uh-RAY-shun
ɛɡzˌɪlɐɹˈeɪʃən
eg-zil-uh-RAY-shun
Definition
A strong feeling of excitement, happiness, or energy, often experienced during thrilling or joyful activities.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪɡˌzɪɫɝˈeɪʃən
British English
ɛɡzˌɪlɐɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ig-zil-uh-RAY-shun
UK
eg-zil-uh-RAY-shun
Listen in Context
She felt pure exhilaration when she won the race.
The children's exhilaration was obvious at the amusement park.
Skydiving brings a feeling of exhilaration.
There was a rush of exhilaration as the roller coaster took off.