How to Pronounce "acquisition"
word
/ˌækwəˈzɪʃən/
ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn
/ɐkwɪsˈɪʃən/
ak-wis-ISH-uhn
Definition
The act of getting or obtaining something, especially knowledge, skills, or another company.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌækwəˈzɪʃən/
British English
/ɐkwɪsˈɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ak-wuh-ZISH-uhn
UK
ak-wis-ISH-uhn
Listen in Context
The company announced the acquisition of a smaller competitor.
Language acquisition is easier for children than adults.
He celebrated the acquisition of his first car.
The acquisition boosted the company’s market share overnight.