How to Pronounce "invitation"
word
/ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/
in-vi-TAY-shuhn
/ɪnvɪtˈeɪʃən/
in-vi-TAY-shuhn
Definition
An invitation is a request asking someone to come to an event, place, or activity. It can also mean the card, message, or email used to ask them.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnvɪˈteɪʃən/
British English
/ɪnvɪtˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-vi-TAY-shuhn
UK
in-vi-TAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
I got an invitation to my friend's birthday party.
She sent a wedding invitation by email.
Thank you for the invitation to dinner.
I was surprised to get an invitation from my old boss.