How to Pronounce "renunciation"
word
ɹɪˌnənsiˈeɪʃən
ri-nun-see-AY-shun
ɹɪnˌʌnsɪˈeɪʃən
rin-un-si-AY-shun
Definition
Renunciation is the formal act of rejecting or giving up a claim, right, belief, or possession, often for moral or spiritual reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹɪˌnənsiˈeɪʃən
British English
ɹɪnˌʌnsɪˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ri-nun-see-AY-shun
UK
rin-un-si-AY-shun
Listen in Context
His renunciation of the throne surprised everyone.
Renunciation of violence is important for peace.
She made a public renunciation of her claim.
For monks, renunciation of worldly possessions is a central value.