How to Pronounce "convictions"
word
/kənˈvɪkʃənz/
kuhn-VIK-shuhnz
/kənvˈɪkʃənz/
kuhn-VIK-shuhnz
Definition
Strong personal beliefs or principles. Also, official decisions in court declaring someone guilty of a crime.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kənˈvɪkʃənz/
British English
/kənvˈɪkʃənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-VIK-shuhnz
UK
kuhn-VIK-shuhnz
Listen in Context
He has strong convictions about honesty.
The judge reviewed his previous convictions before sentencing.
Her convictions guide her choices every day.
Despite criticism, she stayed true to her convictions.