How to Pronounce "polarization"
word
ˌpoʊɫɝəˈzeɪʃən/, /ˌpoʊɫɝɪˈzeɪʃən
poh-lur-ZAY-shun
ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən
poh-luh-ZAY-shun
Definition
Polarization is the act or process of dividing people or things into two opposing groups, or the condition where opinions or features become extremely different. In science, it also refers to light waves oscillating in particular directions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpoʊɫɝəˈzeɪʃən/, /ˌpoʊɫɝɪˈzeɪʃən
British English
ˌpoʊlərɪˈzeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
poh-lur-ZAY-shun
UK
poh-luh-ZAY-shun
Listen in Context
Social media has increased polarization in society.
Polarization of light is important in physics.
Political polarization can create problems in a country.
The debate quickly led to even more polarization among the group.