How to Pronounce "inoculations"
word
ˌɪˌnɑkjəˈɫeɪʃənz
ih-NAH-kyuh-LAY-shuhnz
ɪnˌɒkjʊlˈeɪʃənz
in-OK-yuh-LAY-shuhnz
Definition
Inoculations are procedures where a person is given a vaccine or substance to protect them from a disease, often by injection. It helps build immunity against specific illnesses.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪˌnɑkjəˈɫeɪʃənz
British English
ɪnˌɒkjʊlˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ih-NAH-kyuh-LAY-shuhnz
UK
in-OK-yuh-LAY-shuhnz
Listen in Context
Children usually receive inoculations before starting school.
The clinic offers free inoculations every Saturday.
Travelers often need special inoculations before going abroad.
After getting my inoculations, my arm felt a bit sore for a day.