plural noun
Different types of work that need special education or training and that people may do for many years.
Many professions require years of education and training.
The school helps students explore different professions.
American English
How to pronounce professions
nounB1Common word
pruhFEHshnz
/pʰɹəˈfɛ.ʃn̩z/
3 syllables · Stress the second syllable.
Form of profession
Professions can mean different types of work or the groups of people who work in those fields.
Different types of work that need special education or training and that people may do for many years.
Practice out loudMeanings & examples
plural noun
The groups of people who work in particular fields, especially fields that need special education or training.
People from many professions attended the conference.
The medical and legal professions are changing because of technology.
plural noun
Formal statements that people believe something, especially a religious belief.
The ceremony included professions of faith from several new members.
Her book describes the professions of faith of early Christians.
Useful expressions
as a person's job
She is a doctor by profession.
all the people who work as doctors and other trained medical workers
The medical profession is changing quickly.
a formal statement of religious belief
The ceremony included a profession of faith.