How to Pronounce "inhalation"
word
ˌɪnhəˈɫeɪʃən/, /ɪnəˈɫeɪʃən
in-huh-LAY-shun
ɪnhɐlˈeɪʃən
in-huh-LAY-shun
Definition
The act of breathing in air, smoke, or other substances into the lungs; often used in medical or scientific contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnhəˈɫeɪʃən/, /ɪnəˈɫeɪʃən
British English
ɪnhɐlˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-huh-LAY-shun
UK
in-huh-LAY-shun
Listen in Context
The doctor explained the process of inhalation to the children.
Proper inhalation is important for using an asthma inhaler.
Inhalation of smoke can be dangerous.
With each deep inhalation, she felt calmer.