How to Pronounce "elevations"
word
ˌɛɫəˈveɪʃənz
el-uh-VAY-shunz
ˌɛlɪvˈeɪʃənz
el-iv-AY-shunz
Definition
Elevations are heights above a certain level, usually sea level. The word can also refer to raised areas or features on the Earth's surface.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛɫəˈveɪʃənz
British English
ˌɛlɪvˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
el-uh-VAY-shunz
UK
el-iv-AY-shunz
Listen in Context
The mountain's elevations make it difficult to climb.
Maps show different elevations using colors.
Some cities are built on high elevations.
You start to feel dizzy at higher elevations because there's less oxygen.