How to Pronounce "dislocation"
word
dɪˈsɫoʊˈkeɪʃən
diss-loh-KAY-shun
dɪsləʊkˈeɪʃən
diss-loh-KAY-shun
Definition
A dislocation is when a bone is forced out of its normal position in a joint. The word can also mean something being moved from its usual place or an interruption in the usual order of things.
IPA Transcription
American English
dɪˈsɫoʊˈkeɪʃən
British English
dɪsləʊkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
diss-loh-KAY-shun
UK
diss-loh-KAY-shun
Listen in Context
He suffered a shoulder dislocation during the game.
A dislocation must be treated by a doctor quickly.
There was a dislocation of the books after the earthquake.
The economic crisis caused a major dislocation in the local job market.