How to Pronounce "negation"
word
nəˈɡeɪʃən
nuh-GAY-shun
nɪɡˈeɪʃən
nih-GAY-shun
Definition
Negation means expressing the opposite or denial of something, usually by using words like 'not', 'no', or 'never'. In logic, it refers to stating that something is not true.
IPA Transcription
American English
nəˈɡeɪʃən
British English
nɪɡˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nuh-GAY-shun
UK
nih-GAY-shun
Listen in Context
The word 'not' shows negation in English.
Double negation can make a sentence positive.
Children learn negation early when learning to speak.
Sometimes, negation can make your statement confusing if you're not careful.