How to Pronounce "incursions"
word
ˌɪnˈkɝʒənz
in-KUR-zhunz
ɪnkˈɜːʃənz
in-KUR-zhunz
Definition
Incursions are sudden or brief entries into a place, often by a group, usually for attack, invasion, or a quick raid. The word can refer to both military and non-military contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈkɝʒənz
British English
ɪnkˈɜːʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
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UK
in-KUR-zhunz
Listen in Context
There were several incursions across the border last year.
The army repelled enemy incursions at night.
The village often suffered from pirate incursions.
Recent incursions into the protected forest have raised environmental concerns.