How to Pronounce "pollution"
word
/pəˈɫuʃən/
puh-LOO-shuhn
/pəlˈuːʃən/
puh-LOO-shuhn
Definition
The presence or introduction of harmful substances into the environment, making air, water, or land dirty or unsafe.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pəˈɫuʃən/
British English
/pəlˈuːʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-LOO-shuhn
UK
puh-LOO-shuhn
Listen in Context
Air pollution is a big problem in many cities.
Factories cause water pollution by dumping waste into rivers.
Pollution hurts animals and plants.
Many people wear masks because of high pollution levels.