How to Pronounce "hypoxia"
word
haɪˈpɑksiə
hy-POK-see-uh
haɪpˈɒksiə
hy-POK-see-uh
Definition
A medical condition where there is not enough oxygen in the body's tissues to function properly.
IPA Transcription
American English
haɪˈpɑksiə
British English
haɪpˈɒksiə
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-POK-see-uh
UK
hy-POK-see-uh
Listen in Context
High altitudes can cause hypoxia in mountain climbers.
The doctor said the patient showed signs of hypoxia.
Hypoxia can damage the brain if not treated quickly.
After running up the stairs so fast, I felt almost like I had hypoxia!