How to Pronounce "ailment"
word
ˈeɪɫmənt
AYL-ment
ˈeɪlmənt
AYL-muhnt
Definition
A mild sickness or health problem, usually not very serious.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪɫmənt
British English
ˈeɪlmənt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AYL-ment
UK
AYL-muhnt
Listen in Context
She saw a doctor about her ailment.
A cough is a common ailment in winter.
He missed school due to a minor ailment.
She deals with several chronic ailments, but manages them well.