How to Pronounce "intubation"
word
ˌɪn.tjuˈbeɪ.ʃən
in-tyoo-BAY-shun
ˌɪn.tjʊˈbeɪ.ʃən
in-tyu-BAY-shun
Definition
The medical process of inserting a tube into a person's airway (usually the trachea) to help them breathe, often done in emergencies or during surgery.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪn.tjuˈbeɪ.ʃən
British English
ˌɪn.tjʊˈbeɪ.ʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-tyoo-BAY-shun
UK
in-tyu-BAY-shun
Listen in Context
The doctor performed intubation to help the patient breathe.
After the accident, intubation was necessary.
Intubation is used during many surgeries.
He's recovering well after needing intubation in the ICU.