How to Pronounce "irrigation"
word
ˌɪɹəˈɡeɪʃən
ir-uh-GAY-shun
ˌɪɹɪɡˈeɪʃən
ir-i-GAY-shun
Definition
The process of supplying water to land or crops to help them grow, usually through artificial means like pipes, canals, or sprinklers.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪɹəˈɡeɪʃən
British English
ˌɪɹɪɡˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ir-uh-GAY-shun
UK
ir-i-GAY-shun
Listen in Context
Irrigation is important for growing crops in dry areas.
Farmers use irrigation to add water to their fields.
Modern irrigation systems save water.
Without proper irrigation, these fields would dry up quickly.