How to Pronounce "progeria"
word
proʊˈdʒɪriə
proh-JEER-ee-uh
prəʊˈdʒɪəriə
proh-JEER-ee-uh
Definition
Progeria is a rare genetic disorder that causes children to age very quickly, showing signs of aging at a young age.
IPA Transcription
American English
proʊˈdʒɪriə
British English
prəʊˈdʒɪəriə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
proh-JEER-ee-uh
UK
proh-JEER-ee-uh
Listen in Context
Progeria affects only a very small number of children worldwide.
Children with progeria look older than their real age.
Doctors study progeria to find better treatments.
It’s heartbreaking to learn how fast kids with progeria age.