How to Pronounce "amnesia"
word
/æmˈniʒə/
am-NEE-zhuh
/æmnˈiːziə/
am-NEE-zee-uh
Definition
Amnesia is a condition in which a person loses their memory, either partially or completely. It can happen suddenly or develop over time, often due to injury, illness, or trauma.
IPA Transcription
American English
/æmˈniʒə/
British English
/æmnˈiːziə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
am-NEE-zhuh
UK
am-NEE-zee-uh
Listen in Context
After the accident, he had amnesia and couldn't remember his name.
Amnesia can last for a short or long time depending on the cause.
Doctors are studying new treatments for amnesia.
Her amnesia made the past few years a complete blank for her.