How to Pronounce "propositions"
word
ˌpɹɑpəˈzɪʃənz
prah-puh-ZISH-uhnz
pɹˌɒpəzˈɪʃənz
prop-uh-ZISH-uhnz
Definition
Propositions are statements or suggestions, often made for discussion or approval; in logic, they are sentences expressing a judgment or opinion.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹɑpəˈzɪʃənz
British English
pɹˌɒpəzˈɪʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
prah-puh-ZISH-uhnz
UK
prop-uh-ZISH-uhnz
Listen in Context
The manager reviewed all the propositions before the meeting.
Some propositions in mathematics can be difficult to prove.
The company received many propositions for new projects.
Debating teams often prepare strong propositions to defend their arguments.