How to Pronounce "patient"
word
/ˈpeɪʃənt/
PAY-shuhnt
/pˈeɪʃənt/
PAY-shuhnt
Definition
Someone receiving medical care in a hospital or from a doctor. Also, someone who is able to stay calm and not get angry or upset, even when waiting a long time or facing problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpeɪʃənt/
British English
/pˈeɪʃənt/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAY-shuhnt
UK
PAY-shuhnt
Listen in Context
The patient is waiting to see the doctor.
You need to be patient with children.
My mother is a very patient person.
The doctor checked on each patient in the ward.