How to Pronounce "doctrine"
word
ˈdɑktɹən/, /ˈdɔktɝɪn
DAHK-trin
dˈɒktɹɪn
DOK-trin
Definition
A doctrine is a set of beliefs or principles held and taught by a group, especially in religion, politics, or philosophy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɑktɹən/, /ˈdɔktɝɪn
British English
dˈɒktɹɪn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DAHK-trin
UK
DOK-trin
Listen in Context
The church teaches its doctrine to all new members.
The government follows a strict economic doctrine.
Their legal doctrine changed over the years.
Many people question the old doctrines in modern society.