How to Pronounce "staph"
word
ˈstæf
STAF
stˈæf
STAF
Definition
A common abbreviation for staphylococcus, a type of bacteria that can cause skin infections and sometimes more serious illnesses.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstæf
British English
stˈæf
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STAF
UK
STAF
Listen in Context
The doctor said I have a staph infection.
Staph can cause redness and swelling on the skin.
You should see a doctor if you think you have staph.
He got a nasty cut, and later a staph infection formed.