profession

The word “profession” means a job or occupation that requires special training or skill, especially one with a recognized qualification. In plain terms, a skilled occupation, or a formal statement of belief.

“Profession” is pronounced pruh-FEHSH-uhn (/pɹəˈfɛʃ.ən/ in IPA).

Here is “profession” used in a sentence: “Medicine is a demanding profession.”

“Profession” is a noun.

The word “profession” comes from Latin. From Latin professiō, "public declaration," from profitērī, "to profess.".

“Profession” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.

“Profession” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a job or occupation that requires special training or skill, especially one with a recognized qualification.

A "job" is any paid work, while a "profession" is an occupation that requires special training, skill, or a recognised qualification, such as law or medicine. Every profession is a job, but not every job is a profession.

An "occupation" is any way a person spends their working time, whereas a "profession" specifically implies formal training or qualifications. All professions are occupations, but "occupation" is the broader term.

A "profession" stresses formal training and a recognised qualification, while a "vocation" emphasises a strong sense of calling or dedication to a type of work. A job can be both, but "vocation" focuses on personal commitment rather than credentials.