How to Pronounce "consternation"
word
ˌkɑnstɝˈneɪʃən
kahn-ster-NAY-shun
kɒnstənˈeɪʃən
kon-stuh-NAY-shun
Definition
A feeling of strong surprise, fear, or confusion, often because something unexpected or worrying has happened.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑnstɝˈneɪʃən
British English
kɒnstənˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kahn-ster-NAY-shun
UK
kon-stuh-NAY-shun
Listen in Context
The teacher's sudden announcement filled the class with consternation.
He stared in consternation at the broken window.
News of the accident caused widespread consternation.
To my consternation, my phone had completely disappeared.