How to Pronounce "improvisation"
word
ˌɪmpɹɑvɪˈzeɪʃən
im-prah-vi-ZAY-shuhn
ˌɪmpɹəvaɪzˈeɪʃən
im-pruh-vy-ZAY-shuhn
Definition
Improvisation is the act of creating or doing something without preparing in advance, often by using creativity and reacting to the moment. It is commonly used in music, theater, or problem-solving.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmpɹɑvɪˈzeɪʃən
British English
ˌɪmpɹəvaɪzˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-prah-vi-ZAY-shuhn
UK
im-pruh-vy-ZAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
He used improvisation to solve the problem quickly.
Improvisation is common in jazz music.
The actors practiced improvisation during the class.
Sometimes the best moments on stage come from pure improvisation.