How to Pronounce "pregnancies"
word
ˈpɹɛɡnənsiz
PREG-nuhn-seez
pɹˈɛɡnənsɪz
preg-NUN-siz
Definition
The state or condition of having a developing baby inside the body. 'Pregnancies' is the plural form and refers to more than one instance of being pregnant.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɹɛɡnənsiz
British English
pɹˈɛɡnənsɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PREG-nuhn-seez
UK
preg-NUN-siz
Listen in Context
Many women have healthy pregnancies.
Her doctor monitored both of her pregnancies closely.
Smoking during pregnancies can be dangerous.
She had three pregnancies, but only two children.