How to Pronounce "trapezius"
word
tɹəˈpiːziəs
truh-PEE-zee-uhs
tɹəpˈiːzɪəs
truh-PEE-zee-uhs
Definition
The trapezius is a large, triangular muscle located in the upper back and neck that helps move your shoulders and support your arms.
IPA Transcription
American English
tɹəˈpiːziəs
British English
tɹəpˈiːzɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
truh-PEE-zee-uhs
UK
truh-PEE-zee-uhs
Listen in Context
The trapezius is located in the upper back.
You use your trapezius to lift your shoulders.
Stretching the trapezius can relieve neck pain.
After lifting heavy boxes, my trapezius felt really sore.