How to Pronounce "reparation"
word
ˌɹɛpɝˈeɪʃən
rep-er-AY-shun
ɹɪpɐɹˈeɪʃən
ri-puh-RAY-shun
Definition
Reparation is money, help, or action given to make up for a wrong or injury that someone has caused, especially between groups or nations. It can also mean repairing something that was damaged.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɹɛpɝˈeɪʃən
British English
ɹɪpɐɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
rep-er-AY-shun
UK
ri-puh-RAY-shun
Listen in Context
The country had to pay reparations after the war.
She demanded reparation for the damage to her car.
Slaves' descendants are seeking reparations today.
Many people argue that reparations are necessary to address past injustices.