How to Pronounce "aplastic"
word
eɪˈplæstɪk
ay-PLAS-tik
æˈplæstɪk
a-PLAS-tik
Definition
Describes a medical condition where a body organ or tissue does not develop or fails to produce new cells, commonly used for 'aplastic anemia', a serious blood disorder.
IPA Transcription
American English
eɪˈplæstɪk
British English
æˈplæstɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ay-PLAS-tik
UK
a-PLAS-tik
Listen in Context
The doctor said she has aplastic anemia.
Aplastic bone marrow cannot produce blood cells.
Treatment for aplastic conditions is often very difficult.
Many patients with aplastic anemia require blood transfusions.