How to Pronounce "civilisation"
word
/ˌsɪvələˈzeɪʃən/
si-vuh-luh-ZAY-shuhn
/sˌɪvɪlaɪzˈeɪʃən/
si-vuh-luh-ZAY-shuhn
Definition
A civilisation is a society with developed culture, technology, and government, often lasting for a long period of history. It can also refer to the overall way of life or achievements of a society.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌsɪvələˈzeɪʃən/
British English
/sˌɪvɪlaɪzˈeɪʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
si-vuh-luh-ZAY-shuhn
UK
si-vuh-luh-ZAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The ancient Egyptians built a great civilisation.
Writing was an important invention for civilisation.
Many people study the history of civilisation.
Without clean water, a civilisation can't survive for long.