prescription

How to Split "prescription" into Syllables

The word prescription is divided into 2 syllables: prescrip·tion. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• prescrip — 1st syllable
• tion — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of prescription:

• IPA: /pɹəˈskɹɪpʃən/

📖 Definitions

1. prescription (countable and uncountable, plural prescriptions)
2. Often misspelled as or confused with proscription, the act of prohibiting something or condemning someone; in the linguistic sense, proscription is hyponymous to prescription.

📚 Word Origin & History

Borrowed from Middle French, from Old French prescripcion, from Latin praescriptio (“preface; pretext; something written ahead of time”), from prae- (“pre-, before”) + scribere (“to write”) + -tio (“-tion, forming nouns”). Equivalent to prescribe +‎ -tion. Inherited from Old French prescripcion, itself borrowed from Latin praescrīptiō. From Old French prescripcion, borrowed from Latin praescriptio, praescriptionem.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down prescription into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

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