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How to Pronounce "expression"

word

/ɪksˈpɹɛʃən/
ik-SPRE-shuhn
/ɛkspɹˈɛʃən/
ik-SPRE-shuhn

Definition

An expression is a way of showing or communicating a thought, feeling, or idea. It can also mean a fixed phrase in language, or the look on someone's face.

IPA Transcription

American English

/ɪksˈpɹɛʃən/

British English

/ɛkspɹˈɛʃən/

Simplified Pronunciation

US

ik-SPRE-shuhn

UK

ik-SPRE-shuhn

Listen in Context

Her expression changed when she heard the news.

"How are you?" is a common expression in English.

Art gives children a way of expression.

You don't have to say anything—your expression says it all.