How to Pronounce "provisions"
word
/pɹəˈvɪʒənz/
pruh-VIZH-enz
/pɹəvˈɪʒənz/
pruh-VIZH-enz
Definition
Supplies of food, drink, or other necessities, especially for a journey. Also, specific terms or requirements written in a law or agreement.
IPA Transcription
American English
/pɹəˈvɪʒənz/
British English
/pɹəvˈɪʒənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pruh-VIZH-enz
UK
pruh-VIZH-enz
Listen in Context
We packed enough provisions for the trip.
The contract has special provisions for late payment.
They brought extra provisions in case of emergency.
We ran out of provisions halfway through our hike.