How to Pronounce "sea change"
expression
ˈsi/ /ˈtʃeɪndʒ
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sˈiː/ /tʃˈeɪndʒ
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Definition
A very big and important change, especially in ideas, methods, or situations.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsi/ /ˈtʃeɪndʒ
British English
sˈiː/ /tʃˈeɪndʒ
Simplified Pronunciation
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UK
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Listen in Context
There was a sea change in public opinion after the event.
The company went through a sea change in its management.
We need a sea change in how we think about the environment.
Social media has brought about a sea change in how people communicate.