How to Pronounce "consummation"
word
ˌkɑnsəˈmeɪʃən
kahn-suh-MAY-shun
kɒnsəmˈeɪʃən
kon-sum-AY-shun
Definition
Consummation means the completion or final fulfillment of something, such as an agreement or a goal. It can also refer specifically to making a marriage complete by having sexual relations for the first time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑnsəˈmeɪʃən
British English
kɒnsəmˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kahn-suh-MAY-shun
UK
kon-sum-AY-shun
Listen in Context
The consummation of the treaty brought peace to both countries.
Their marriage was not recognized until its consummation.
He waited years for the consummation of his dream.
The ceremony marked the consummation of months of hard work.