How to Pronounce "conception"
word
/kənˈsɛpʃən/
kuhn-SEP-shuhn
/kənsˈɛpʃən/
kuhn-SEP-shuhn
Definition
An idea or understanding of what something is or should be; also, the process of forming a plan or idea in the mind.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kənˈsɛpʃən/
British English
/kənsˈɛpʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-SEP-shuhn
UK
kuhn-SEP-shuhn
Listen in Context
His conception of friendship is based on mutual respect and trust.
The project was flawed from conception to execution.
She had no conception of how difficult the task would be.
The artist's original conception of the sculpture evolved dramatically over the years.