How to Pronounce "hemorrhoids"
word
ˈhɛmɝˌɔɪdz
HEM-er-oydz
ˈhɛm.ə.rɔɪdz
HEM-uh-roydz
Definition
Hemorrhoids are swollen veins in the lower rectum or anus that can cause pain, itching, and sometimes bleeding, especially during bowel movements.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛmɝˌɔɪdz
British English
ˈhɛm.ə.rɔɪdz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HEM-er-oydz
UK
HEM-uh-roydz
Listen in Context
My father has hemorrhoids.
Hemorrhoids can be very painful.
You should see a doctor if you think you have hemorrhoids.
He didn’t want to talk about his hemorrhoids with anyone.