How to Pronounce "rationed"
word
ˈɹæʃənd/, /ˈɹeɪʃənd
RASH-und or RAY-shund
ɹˈæʃənd
RASH-und
Definition
Given out in fixed amounts, usually because supplies are limited. Commonly used for food, water, or other essential goods during shortages.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹæʃənd/, /ˈɹeɪʃənd
British English
ɹˈæʃənd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
RASH-und or RAY-shund
UK
RASH-und
Listen in Context
During the war, food was rationed to everyone.
Water was rationed after the pipe broke.
Gasoline was rationed to avoid running out.
We were each rationed one chocolate bar per week.