How to Pronounce "predisposition"
word
ˌpɹidɪspəˈzɪʃən
pree-dih-spuh-ZIH-shun
pɹiːdˌɪspəzˈɪʃən
pree-dih-spuh-ZIH-shun
Definition
A predisposition is a tendency or natural inclination to act in a certain way or to be affected by something, often because of genetics or past experiences.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɹidɪspəˈzɪʃən
British English
pɹiːdˌɪspəzˈɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pree-dih-spuh-ZIH-shun
UK
pree-dih-spuh-ZIH-shun
Listen in Context
She has a predisposition to allergies.
A family history can increase your predisposition to certain diseases.
His predisposition made it easier for him to learn languages.
Doctors say my genetics give me a predisposition to high blood pressure.