How to Pronounce "prescriptions"
word
pruh-SKRIP-shunz
pri-skrIP-shunz
Definition
Written instructions from a doctor that allow you to get specific medicines from a pharmacy. Can also refer to rules or recommendations given by an authority.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹəsˈkɹɪpʃənz/
British English
/pɹɪskɹˈɪpʃənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-SKRIP-shunz
UK
pri-skrIP-shunz
Listen in Context
He picked up his prescriptions at the pharmacy.
The doctor wrote three prescriptions for her treatment.
Some prescriptions must be renewed every month.
I'm waiting for the pharmacist to fill my prescriptions.