How to Pronounce "sinuses"

word

ˈsaɪnəsəz

SY-nuh-siz

sˈaɪnəsɪz

SY-nuh-siz

Definition

Sinuses are hollow spaces in the bones around your nose and eyes that help with breathing, and sometimes get blocked or infected.

American English

ˈsaɪnəsəz

British English

sˈaɪnəsɪz

SY-nuh-siz

When your sinuses are blocked, it can be hard to breathe through your nose.

She has pain in her sinuses because of a cold.

Your doctor can check if your sinuses are infected.

My allergies always make my sinuses feel stuffed up in the spring.