Como Pronunciar "abstinence"
word
ˈæbstənəns
AB-stuh-nuhns
ˈæbstɪnəns
AB-sti-nuhns
Definição
The practice of choosing not to do or eat something, especially for health or religious reasons; most commonly refers to avoiding alcohol or sex.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈæbstənəns
Inglês Britânico
ˈæbstɪnəns
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
AB-stuh-nuhns
UK
AB-sti-nuhns
Ouça em Contexto
She practices abstinence from alcohol for her health.
Abstinence can help people avoid addiction.
Some religions encourage abstinence before marriage.
His doctor recommended abstinence from sugar to control his diabetes.