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professions

Pronunciation: [prəˈfɛʃənz]

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Learn how to use professions in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “work”

(noun) a profession is a job that requires special training or education. It is often something people do for a long time and is usually related to a specific skill or knowledge. For example, doctors, teachers, and engineers are all examples of professions.

Example

My dad chose teaching as his profession because he loves helping children learn.

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Not everyone enjoys their profession; some people may feel unhappy in their jobs.

Example

What profession do you want to have when you grow up?

Context: “identity”

(noun) sometimes, people identify themselves based on their professions. This means they see their job as a big part of who they are. For instance, a chef may see cooking as a big part of their life.

Example

She feels proud of her profession as a nurse because she helps people every day.

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He doesn’t want his profession to define him; he likes to explore other interests too.

Example

Which profession do you think has the most responsibility?

How to pronounce professions

Pronunciation: [prəˈfɛʃənz]

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