How to Pronounce "amputation"
word
ˌæmpjəˈteɪʃən
am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn
ˌæmpjuːtˈeɪʃən
am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn
Definition
Amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb, such as an arm, leg, finger, or toe. It is usually done because of injury, disease, or medical necessity.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌæmpjəˈteɪʃən
British English
ˌæmpjuːtˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn
UK
am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn
Listen in Context
Amputation can help prevent infection from spreading.
The soldier survived his injury but needed an amputation.
She was nervous about life after amputation, but she adapted quickly.
After the accident, the doctor decided amputation was necessary.