How to Pronounce "deprivation"
word
ˌdɛpɹəˈveɪʃən
dep-ruh-VAY-shun
dɪpɹɪvˈeɪʃən
dip-ri-VAY-shun
Definition
Deprivation is the state of not having something that you need or want, such as food, sleep, or basic rights.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɛpɹəˈveɪʃən
British English
dɪpɹɪvˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dep-ruh-VAY-shun
UK
dip-ri-VAY-shun
Listen in Context
Many children suffer from deprivation during war.
Deprivation of food can cause health problems.
Sleep deprivation makes it hard to focus.
Growing up in deprivation shaped his character.