Prescription is pronounced prə-SKRIP-shən (IPA /prɪˈskrɪpʃən/). Start with a quick 'pruh-', not 'per-'; then 'SKRIP-shun'.
IPA: /prɪˈskrɪpʃən/
Syllables: prə · SKRIP · shən
Common ESL mistake: Learners say 'per-SCRIP-shun' adding an 'er' at the start.
Tip: Start with a quick 'pruh-', not 'per-'; then 'SKRIP-shun'.