How to Pronounce "institutions"
word
/ˌɪnstɪˈtuʃənz/
in-sti-TOO-shunz
/ˌɪnstɪtjˈuːʃənz/
in-sti-TYOO-shunz
Definition
Organizations created for a specific purpose, often related to education, government, or social services. The word can also refer to large systems or practices that are basic parts of society.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnstɪˈtuʃənz/
British English
/ˌɪnstɪtjˈuːʃənz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-sti-TOO-shunz
UK
in-sti-TYOO-shunz
Listen in Context
Many institutions provide help to those in need.
Schools and hospitals are important institutions in society.
There are many types of institutions, such as banks and universities.
After the reforms, some traditional institutions changed their rules.