suspension

Intermediate

/səˈspɛn.ʃən/

noun
Hanging something up from a support

suspension in a sentence

  • “The bridge's suspension keeps it stable.”
  • “The sculpture was held by a sturdy suspension.”
  • “A fabric piece hangs by its suspension.”
  • “The chandelier's suspension gleams in the light.”

What does “suspension” mean?

suspension (noun) means hanging something up from a support. It is pronounced /səˈspɛn.ʃən/. Vocaby pairs the definition with audio and real example sentences so the word is easy to remember — and brings it back for review right before you'd forget it.

Frequently asked questions

What does "suspension" mean?
suspension (noun) means: Hanging something up from a support
How do you pronounce "suspension"?
"suspension" is pronounced /səˈspɛn.ʃən/ in IPA. You can tap to hear it spoken aloud in the Vocaby app.
How do you use "suspension" in a sentence?
Here is "suspension" used in a sentence: The bridge's suspension keeps it stable.

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