How to Pronounce "ovations"
word
oʊˈveɪʃənz
oh-VAY-shunz
əʊvˈeɪʃənz
oh-VAY-shunz
Definition
A strong, enthusiastic show of applause and approval from a crowd, usually after a performance.
IPA Transcription
American English
oʊˈveɪʃənz
British English
əʊvˈeɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
oh-VAY-shunz
UK
oh-VAY-shunz
Listen in Context
The singer received loud ovations after her performance.
The play ended with several ovations from the crowd.
The actor smiled in response to the ovations.
After the speech, the room filled with standing ovations.