How to Pronounce "incantations"
word
ˌɪnˈkænˈteɪʃən
in-kan-TAY-shunzz
ˌɪnkɑːntˈeɪʃənz
in-kahn-TAY-shunz
Definition
Incantations are special words, phrases, or chants that people say, often in a magical or religious context, believing they have special powers to bring about a desired effect.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈkænˈteɪʃən
British English
ˌɪnkɑːntˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-kan-TAY-shunzz
UK
in-kahn-TAY-shunz
Listen in Context
The wizard spoke mysterious incantations to open the door.
Old books sometimes contain ancient incantations.
The priest chanted special incantations during the ceremony.
Her grandmother claimed she could heal with ancient incantations.