How to Pronounce "segregation"
word
ˌsɛɡɹəˈɡeɪʃən
seg-ruh-GAY-shun
sˌɛɡɹɪɡˈeɪʃən
seg-ri-GAY-shun
Definition
Segregation is the act of keeping people or things separate, especially because of differences like race, religion, or gender. It often refers to unfair social or legal separation, such as in schools or public spaces.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsɛɡɹəˈɡeɪʃən
British English
sˌɛɡɹɪɡˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
seg-ruh-GAY-shun
UK
seg-ri-GAY-shun
Listen in Context
Segregation in schools was common in the past.
Segregation means keeping groups apart because of their differences.
Laws enforced segregation by race in some countries.
The end of segregation changed life for millions of people.