How to Pronounce "peritonitis"
word
ˌpɛrətoʊˈnaɪtɪs
per-uh-toh-NY-tis
pˌɛɹɪtənˈaɪtɪs
per-i-tuhn-EYE-tis
Definition
Peritonitis is a serious medical condition where the peritoneum, the thin lining inside your abdomen, becomes inflamed, often because of infection or injury.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɛrətoʊˈnaɪtɪs
British English
pˌɛɹɪtənˈaɪtɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
per-uh-toh-NY-tis
UK
per-i-tuhn-EYE-tis
Listen in Context
The doctors diagnosed her with peritonitis after severe stomach pain.
Peritonitis can happen if the appendix bursts.
Treatment for peritonitis often requires antibiotics and sometimes surgery.
The patient developed peritonitis due to a ruptured stomach ulcer.