How to Pronounce "sanctions"
word
ˈsæŋkʃənz
SANGK-shunz
sˈɑːnkʃənz
SAHNK-shunz
Definition
Punishments or restrictions that one country or group puts on another, often to change its behavior, such as limiting trade or financial activity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsæŋkʃənz
British English
sˈɑːnkʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SANGK-shunz
UK
SAHNK-shunz
Listen in Context
The United Nations placed sanctions on the country.
The government decided to lift all sanctions.
Trade sanctions often affect the economy of both countries.
They introduced stricter sanctions after the conflict escalated.