How to Pronounce "stagnant"
word
ˈstæɡnənt
STAG-nuhnt
stˈæɡnənt
stag-NANT
Definition
Not moving, flowing, or progressing; often used for water that does not flow or for situations where there is no development or change.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstæɡnənt
British English
stˈæɡnənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAG-nuhnt
UK
stag-NANT
Listen in Context
The pond was filled with stagnant water.
A stagnant economy makes it hard to find new jobs.
The air in the room felt stagnant and heavy.
After years in the same job, he felt his career had become stagnant.