How to Pronounce "pressurization"
word
ˌpɹɛʃɝɪˈzeɪʃən
presh-uh-rye-ZAY-shun
ˌprɛʃəraɪˈzeɪʃən
presh-uh-rye-ZAY-shun
Definition
The process of increasing or maintaining pressure inside a space, especially to make it safe and comfortable for people, like in airplanes or submarines.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹɛʃɝɪˈzeɪʃən
British English
ˌprɛʃəraɪˈzeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
presh-uh-rye-ZAY-shun
UK
presh-uh-rye-ZAY-shun
Listen in Context
The pressurization of the airplane keeps passengers comfortable at high altitudes.
Submarines use pressurization to protect people from the high pressure outside.
Good pressurization is necessary for safe flights.
If the pressurization system fails, the plane has to descend quickly.