How to Pronounce "posterior"
word
ˌpɔˈstɪɹjɝ
paw-STEER-yer
pɒstˈiəɹɪɐ
pos-TEER-ee-uh
Definition
Used to describe something that is at or toward the back side of something, especially in anatomy. It can also refer more generally to something occurring later in time.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɔˈstɪɹjɝ
British English
pɒstˈiəɹɪɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
paw-STEER-yer
UK
pos-TEER-ee-uh
Listen in Context
The posterior legs of the horse are very strong.
The posterior side of the building faces the garden.
The doctor examined the patient's posterior region.
After the accident, he had pain in his posterior.