How to Pronounce "compressions"
word
/kəmˈpɹɛʃən/
kuhm-PRESH-uhn
/kəmpɹˈɛʃənz/
kuhm-PRESH-uhnz
Definition
Compressions are actions or processes where something is pressed, squeezed, or made smaller, often by applying force. In medicine, it often refers to pressing on the chest in CPR to help someone breathe.
IPA Transcription
American English
/kəmˈpɹɛʃən/
British English
/kəmpɹˈɛʃənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhm-PRESH-uhn
UK
kuhm-PRESH-uhnz
Listen in Context
The doctor performed chest compressions during CPR.
Strong compressions help pump the heart.
Air compressions are used to power some machines.
Keep doing those chest compressions until help arrives.