How to Pronounce "mastoiditis"
word
ˌmæstɔɪˈdaɪtəs
mas-toy-DY-tuhs
ˌmæstɔɪˈdaɪtɪs
mas-toy-DY-tis
Definition
Mastoiditis is a serious infection of the mastoid bone, which is located behind the ear. It often happens after an untreated middle ear infection.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmæstɔɪˈdaɪtəs
British English
ˌmæstɔɪˈdaɪtɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
mas-toy-DY-tuhs
UK
mas-toy-DY-tis
Listen in Context
Mastoiditis can be caused by an untreated ear infection.
Children are at higher risk for mastoiditis.
Doctors treat mastoiditis with antibiotics.
He was in the hospital for three days with mastoiditis.