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How to pronounce vacation
Say it like this: /veɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
What does vacation mean?
nounAn extended trip or journey away from home for rest or pleasure.
“We were on vacation in Florida this year.”
An extended period of leisure time away from work or school.
“Schoolchildren are on vacation this week.”
A period during which official activity or business is formally suspended; an official holiday from university, law courts etc.
verbTo spend or take a vacation.
“This year, we’re vacationing in Mexico.”
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