How to Pronounce "concussions"
word
kənˈkəʃənz
kuhn-KUH-shunz
kənkˈʌʃənz
kuhn-KUSH-uhnz
Definition
A concussion is a type of brain injury that happens after a blow to the head or a violent shaking, which can cause temporary problems with memory, thinking, or balance.
IPA Transcription
American English
kənˈkəʃənz
British English
kənkˈʌʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kuhn-KUH-shunz
UK
kuhn-KUSH-uhnz
Listen in Context
Many football players have had concussions during their careers.
Children can get concussions if they fall and hit their heads.
Doctors treat concussions by making sure patients rest and recover slowly.
After two concussions in one season, he had to sit out the rest of the games.