How to Pronounce "aneurism"

word

ˈænjʊˌɹɪzəm/, /ˈænjʊˌɹɪzm

AN-yuh-riz-um

ˈænjuːɹəɹˌɪzəm

AN-yuh-riz-um

Definition

An aneurism is a weak spot in a blood vessel wall, usually an artery, that causes the vessel to bulge or balloon. If it bursts, it can be very serious or even life-threatening.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈænjʊˌɹɪzəm/, /ˈænjʊˌɹɪzm

British English

ˈænjuːɹəɹˌɪzəm

Simplified Pronunciation

AN-yuh-riz-um

Listen in Context

The doctor explained what an aneurism is to the patient.

An aneurism can happen in the brain or the heart.

If an aneurism bursts, it is a medical emergency.

She didn't know she had an aneurism until it was found during a routine checkup.