How to Pronounce "reaction"
word
/ɹiˈækʃən/
ree-AK-shuhn
/ɹɪˈækʃən/
ri-AK-shuhn
Definition
A reaction is what someone does, says, or feels in response to something that happens. It can also mean a physical response, such as the body reacting to food, medicine, or chemicals.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ɹiˈækʃən/
British English
/ɹɪˈækʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ree-AK-shuhn
UK
ri-AK-shuhn
Listen in Context
Her reaction to the gift was a big smile.
He had a bad reaction to the medicine.
I was surprised by his reaction.
The video got a strong reaction online.