How to Pronounce "improvisational"
word
ˌɪmpɹɑvɪˈzeɪʃənəɫ
im-prah-vuh-ZAY-shuh-nuhl
ˌɪmpɹəvaɪzˈeɪʃənəl
im-pruh-vy-zay-SHUN-uhl
Definition
Related to creating or performing something spontaneously, without preparation or planning. Often used to describe music, theater, or situations where people have to make things up as they go.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪmpɹɑvɪˈzeɪʃənəɫ
British English
ˌɪmpɹəvaɪzˈeɪʃənəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
im-prah-vuh-ZAY-shuh-nuhl
UK
im-pruh-vy-zay-SHUN-uhl
Listen in Context
He joined an improvisational theater group.
She loves watching improvisational comedy shows.
Jazz musicians often play improvisational music.
His improvisational skills helped him react quickly on stage.