How to Pronounce "sophistication"
word
səˌfɪstəˈkeɪʃən
suh-FIS-tuh-KAY-shun
səfˌɪstɪkˈeɪʃən
suh-FIST-ik-AY-shun
Definition
The quality of being advanced, cultured, or refined, either in style, ideas, technology, or behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
səˌfɪstəˈkeɪʃən
British English
səfˌɪstɪkˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
suh-FIS-tuh-KAY-shun
UK
suh-FIST-ik-AY-shun
Listen in Context
The sophistication of this machine makes it very efficient.
Her sophistication impressed everyone at the party.
Modern cities show a high level of sophistication.
You can really see the sophistication in the way she handles unexpected problems.