How to Pronounce "receptions"
word
ɹɪˈsɛpʃənz
ri-SEP-shunz
ɹɪsˈɛpʃənz
ri-SEP-shunz
Definition
Events or gatherings where people are formally welcomed, such as after weddings or in hotels. It can also mean how someone or something is received by people.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˈsɛpʃənz
British English
ɹɪsˈɛpʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-SEP-shunz
UK
ri-SEP-shunz
Listen in Context
We attended two wedding receptions last month.
The hotel offers special receptions for guests.
There were several receptions during the festival.
Both receptions were amazing, but the food at the second one was unforgettable.