How to Pronounce “abstraction”
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- American (US)
- /æbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/
- British (UK)
- /əbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/
What “abstraction” means
noun — A simplified representation that hides underlying detail.
Example: The driver is an abstraction over three different chipsets.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “abstraction” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /æbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "abstraction" mean?
abstraction (noun): A simplified representation that hides underlying detail. For example — The driver is an abstraction over three different chipsets.
How do you pronounce "abstraction" in American vs British English?
American English: /æbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/. British English: /əbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/. Play both on this page to hear the difference.
What is the IPA transcription of "abstraction"?
/æbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/ in American English, /əbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/ in British English.
Which syllable is stressed in "abstraction"?
“abstraction” has 2 syllables, and the transcription /æbˈstɹæk.ʃn̩/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the second one — so the second syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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