How to Pronounce "exhaustion"
word
/ɪɡˈzɔstʃən/
ig-ZAWST-shun
/ɛɡzˈɔːstʃən/
eg-ZAWST-shun
Definition
A state of extreme tiredness or complete lack of energy, usually caused by physical or mental effort.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɪɡˈzɔstʃən/
British English
/ɛɡzˈɔːstʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ig-ZAWST-shun
UK
eg-ZAWST-shun
Listen in Context
After running the marathon, she felt complete exhaustion.
He collapsed from exhaustion after working all night.
Children often cry from exhaustion after a busy day.
His eyes showed exhaustion after days without sleep.