How to Pronounce Prescribes

To pronounce "prescribes", say PRESCR-ib-es — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

PRESCR-ib-es

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💡 Tip for remembering “prescribes”

"prescribes" has 3 syllables: prescr-ib-es. It rhymes with describes and inscribes, if that helps it stick.

What does prescribes mean?

verb

  1. To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).

    “The doctor prescribed aspirin.”

  2. To specify by writing as a required procedure or ritual; to lay down authoritatively as a guide, direction, or rule of action.

    “The property meets the criteria prescribed by the regulations.”

Antonyms

proscribe

Words that rhyme with prescribes

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

describesinscribesdiatribesgibesascribesvibesbribestribessubscribestranscribesproscribesjibes

Related words

orderdictateadvocatesanticipatesarticulatescallscontainscontemplates

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prescribes"?▾

"Prescribes" has 3 syllables: prescr · ib · es.

What does "prescribes" mean?▾

Prescribes: To order (a drug or medical device) for use by a particular patient (under licensed authority).

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