How to Pronounce "copulation"
word
kɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən
kop-yuh-LAY-shuhn
kˌɒpjʊlˈeɪʃən
kop-yuh-LAY-shuhn
Definition
The act of two animals or people having sexual intercourse, especially used in science or formal contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
kɒp.jəˈleɪ.ʃən
British English
kˌɒpjʊlˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kop-yuh-LAY-shuhn
UK
kop-yuh-LAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The scientist studied the copulation behavior of birds.
Copulation is necessary for reproduction in many animals.
Insects often have complicated copulation rituals.
Researchers observed copulation between the two species in the wild.