How to Pronounce "propulsion"
word
pɹəˈpəɫʃən
pruh-PUHL-shun
pɹəpˈʌlʃən
pruh-PUL-shun
Definition
Propulsion is the force or action that moves something forward, especially vehicles like ships, airplanes, or rockets.
IPA Transcription
American English
pɹəˈpəɫʃən
British English
pɹəpˈʌlʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-PUHL-shun
UK
pruh-PUL-shun
Listen in Context
A rocket uses propulsion to travel into space.
Boats can use wind or engines for propulsion.
The car’s electric propulsion system is very quiet.
Scientists are developing new propulsion methods for deep space missions.