How to Pronounce "respiration"
word
/ˌɹɛspɝˈeɪʃən/
res-per-AY-shun
/ɹˌɛspɪɹˈeɪʃən/
res-pi-RAY-shun
Definition
The act or process of breathing, where you take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide. In science, it also refers to the way cells get energy from food.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɹɛspɝˈeɪʃən/
British English
/ɹˌɛspɪɹˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
res-per-AY-shun
UK
res-pi-RAY-shun
Listen in Context
Plants and animals depend on respiration to live.
Bad air quality can make respiration difficult for people.
During exercise, respiration rate increases.
The doctor checked his respiration and heart rate.