How to Pronounce "prolongations"
word
proʊˌlɔŋˈɡeɪʃənz
proh-lawng-GAY-shunz
pɹələŋɡˈeɪʃən
pruh-long-GAY-shun
Definition
Prolongations are the acts or results of making something last longer or extending the duration of something. Often used in formal, technical, or legal contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
proʊˌlɔŋˈɡeɪʃənz
British English
pɹələŋɡˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
proh-lawng-GAY-shunz
UK
pruh-long-GAY-shun
Listen in Context
There have been several prolongations of the deadline.
The contract allows for prolongations if both parties agree.
The project faced multiple prolongations due to unforeseen problems.
After two prolongations, the negotiations finally concluded last week.