How to Pronounce "arbitration"
word
ˌɑɹbɪˈtɹeɪʃən
ar-bi-TRAY-shun
ˌɑːbɪtɹˈeɪʃən
ah-bi-TRAY-shun
Definition
Arbitration is a process in which a neutral person or group helps two sides settle a dispute outside of court. The arbitrator listens to both sides and makes a decision that is usually final.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɑɹbɪˈtɹeɪʃən
British English
ˌɑːbɪtɹˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ar-bi-TRAY-shun
UK
ah-bi-TRAY-shun
Listen in Context
They decided to use arbitration to solve their contract dispute.
The company agreed to go to arbitration with the workers.
The arbitration was final and both sides accepted the decision.
Because the contract had an arbitration clause, they couldn't take the case to court.