How to Pronounce "hibernation"
word
ˌhaɪbɝˈneɪʃən
hy-bur-NAY-shun
hˌaɪbənˈeɪʃən
hy-buh-NAY-shun
Definition
A state in which some animals sleep deeply during winter to save energy and survive cold conditions. It can also refer to long periods of inactivity or dormancy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪbɝˈneɪʃən
British English
hˌaɪbənˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-bur-NAY-shun
UK
hy-buh-NAY-shun
Listen in Context
Bears go into hibernation during the cold winter months.
Some frogs survive winter by entering hibernation.
During hibernation, animals do not eat or drink.
The company's new project is in hibernation until next year.