How to Pronounce "inauguration"
word
ɪˌnɔɡjɝˈeɪʃən
in-aw-gyer-AY-shun
ɪnˌɔːɡjʊɹˈeɪʃən
in-aw-gyuh-RAY-shun
Definition
A formal ceremony to mark the beginning of someone's leadership in a position (like president) or the official opening of a building or event.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪˌnɔɡjɝˈeɪʃən
British English
ɪnˌɔːɡjʊɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-aw-gyer-AY-shun
UK
in-aw-gyuh-RAY-shun
Listen in Context
The inauguration of the new president will be on Monday.
We attended the inauguration of the city museum.
The mayor gave a speech at the inauguration.
Millions watched the presidential inauguration on TV.