How to Pronounce "poisons"
word
/ˈpɔɪzənz/
POY-zuhnz
/pˈɔɪzənz/
POY-zuhnz
Definition
Substances that can harm or kill living things if they are taken, inhaled, or touched. "Poisons" is the plural form of "poison."
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɔɪzənz/
British English
/pˈɔɪzənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
POY-zuhnz
UK
POY-zuhnz
Listen in Context
Some poisons are found in plants.
Doctors warn that many household products are poisons.
Children should never touch poisons.
Snakes and spiders produce their own poisons to hunt or defend themselves.