How to Pronounce "abrasion"
word
əˈbɹeɪʒən
uh-BRAY-zhuhn
ɐbɹˈeɪʒən
uh-BRAY-zhuhn
Definition
An abrasion is a scrape or scratch on the skin caused by rubbing or scraping. It can also mean the process of wearing something away by friction.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈbɹeɪʒən
British English
ɐbɹˈeɪʒən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-BRAY-zhuhn
UK
uh-BRAY-zhuhn
Listen in Context
She fell and got a small abrasion on her knee.
The metal shows signs of abrasion from use.
Clean the abrasion with water and apply a bandage.
Luckily, it was just an abrasion and not a deep wound.