How to pronounce expression

Say it like this: /ɪkˈspɹɛʃən/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.

American/ɪkˈspɹɛʃən/

What does expression mean?

nounThe action of expressing thoughts, ideas, feelings, etc.

A particular way of phrasing an idea.

A colloquialism or idiom.

“The expression "break a leg!" should not be taken literally.”

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