How to Pronounce "gyrations"
word
dʒaɪˈɹeɪʃənz
jy-RAY-shunz
dʒaɪɹˈeɪʃənz
jy-RAY-shunz
Definition
Gyrations are movements in a circular or spiral motion, or complicated movements that twist or turn repeatedly. The term can describe both physical actions and changes, like in dance or prices.
IPA Transcription
American English
dʒaɪˈɹeɪʃənz
British English
dʒaɪɹˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
jy-RAY-shunz
UK
jy-RAY-shunz
Listen in Context
The dancer performed fast gyrations on stage.
The machine makes constant gyrations while working.
She watched the gyrations of the hula hoop.
The sudden gyrations in stock prices worried investors.