How to Pronounce "premed"

word

ˈpriˌmɛd

PREE-med

ˈpriːmɛd

PREE-med

Definition

A college student who is taking the courses required to apply to medical school. Also used for programs or courses designed for students planning to enter medical school.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈpriˌmɛd

British English

ˈpriːmɛd

Simplified Pronunciation

PREE-med

Listen in Context

My brother is a premed at the university.

She takes premed classes every semester.

Being a premed requires hard work.

Most premeds spend their summers volunteering at hospitals.