How to Pronounce "habitation"
word
ˌhæbəˈteɪʃən
hab-uh-TAY-shun
hˌæbɪtˈeɪʃən
hab-i-TAY-shun
Definition
A place where someone lives or the act of living in a place. Often used formally to refer to any dwelling or residence.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhæbəˈteɪʃən
British English
hˌæbɪtˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hab-uh-TAY-shun
UK
hab-i-TAY-shun
Listen in Context
The cave shows evidence of ancient habitation.
Human habitation is not allowed in this area.
There was no sign of habitation near the river.
Researchers have studied the patterns of habitation in the rainforest.