How to Pronounce "discretion"
word
/dɪsˈkɹɛʃən/
di-SKRE-shuhn
/dɪskɹˈɛʃən/
di-SKRE-shuhn
Definition
The ability to make careful choices or decisions, especially to avoid causing trouble or to protect someone's privacy. It can also refer to the freedom to decide what should be done in a situation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/dɪsˈkɹɛʃən/
British English
/dɪskɹˈɛʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
di-SKRE-shuhn
UK
di-SKRE-shuhn
Listen in Context
Please use your discretion when sharing this information.
The teacher let the students leave early at her discretion.
You should act with discretion in delicate situations.
Whether you want to say anything about it is entirely at your discretion.