How to Pronounce Prescriptions

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

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PRESCR-ipt-ions

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💡 Tip for remembering “prescriptions”

"prescriptions" has 3 syllables: prescr-ipt-ions. It rhymes with descriptions and inscriptions, if that helps it stick.

What does prescriptions mean?

noun

  1. The act of prescribing a rule, law, etc..

    “"Jurisdiction to prescribe" is a state's authority to make its laws applicable to certain persons or activities. -- Richard G. Alexander, Iran and Libya Sanctions Act of 1996: Congress exceeds its jurisdiction to prescribe law. Washington and Lee Law Review, 1997.”

  2. Also called extinctive prescription or liberative prescription. A time period within which a right must be exercised, otherwise it will be extinguished.

Synonyms

recipeRx℞forescript

Words that rhyme with prescriptions

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

descriptionsinscriptionstranscriptionssubscriptionsegyptians

Related words

curesdirectionsdrugsformulaeformulasguidelinesindicationsinjunctions

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "prescriptions"?▾

"Prescriptions" has 3 syllables: prescr · ipt · ions.

What does "prescriptions" mean?▾

Prescriptions: The act of prescribing a rule, law, etc..

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