How to Pronounce "immolation"
word
ˈɪməˌɫeɪʃən
IM-uh-LAY-shun
ɪməlˈeɪʃən
im-uh-LAY-shun
Definition
Immolation means killing or sacrificing something, often by burning it, especially as a religious or symbolic act. It can also refer to self-sacrifice for a greater cause.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪməˌɫeɪʃən
British English
ɪməlˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IM-uh-LAY-shun
UK
im-uh-LAY-shun
Listen in Context
The festival included the immolation of a wooden statue.
Stories of immolation can be found in ancient texts.
Immolation was performed as part of the ceremony.
Her act of immolation shocked the entire community.