How to Pronounce "pregnancy"
word
/ˈpɹɛɡnənsi/
PREG-nuhn-see
/pɹˈɛɡnənsi/
PREG-nuhn-see
Definition
The state of having a baby developing inside the body before birth. It is the period from conception until the baby is born.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɹɛɡnənsi/
British English
/pɹˈɛɡnənsi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PREG-nuhn-see
UK
PREG-nuhn-see
Listen in Context
Her pregnancy was confirmed by a doctor.
She stopped drinking coffee during her pregnancy.
The book gives advice for a healthy pregnancy.
The first few weeks of pregnancy can feel overwhelming.