How to Pronounce "posttraumatic"
word
ˌpoʊstɹɔˈmætɪk/, /ˌpoʊsttɹɔˈmætɪk
pohst-raw-MAT-ik
ˌpəʊst.trɔːˈmæt.ɪk
pohst-traw-MAT-ik
Definition
Describes something that happens or exists after a person experiences a traumatic event, such as an accident or disaster. Commonly used in medical or psychological contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpoʊstɹɔˈmætɪk/, /ˌpoʊsttɹɔˈmætɪk
British English
ˌpəʊst.trɔːˈmæt.ɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pohst-raw-MAT-ik
UK
pohst-traw-MAT-ik
Listen in Context
She was diagnosed with posttraumatic stress disorder after the accident.
Posttraumatic symptoms may include nightmares and anxiety.
The doctor explained the posttraumatic effects to the family.
It’s common for posttraumatic memories to come back suddenly, even years later.