How to Pronounce "palpitation"
word
ˌpæɫpəˈteɪʃən
pal-puh-TAY-shun
pˌælpɪtˈeɪʃən
pal-pi-TAY-shun
Definition
A palpitation is when you feel your heart beating in a way that is unusual, fast, or strong, often due to anxiety, stress, or a medical condition.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpæɫpəˈteɪʃən
British English
pˌælpɪtˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pal-puh-TAY-shun
UK
pal-pi-TAY-shun
Listen in Context
I sometimes feel a palpitation after drinking too much coffee.
She went to the doctor because of frequent palpitations.
If you notice a palpitation, try to stay calm and rest.
After climbing the stairs quickly, I got a weird palpitation for a few seconds.