How to Pronounce "anxiety"
word
/æŋˈzaɪəti/
ang-ZY-uh-dee
/æŋzˈaɪəti/
ang-ZY-uh-tee
Definition
A feeling of strong worry, nervousness, or fear, often about something that might happen. It can be temporary in a specific situation or a longer-lasting mental health condition.
IPA Transcription
American English
/æŋˈzaɪəti/
British English
/æŋzˈaɪəti/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ang-ZY-uh-dee
UK
ang-ZY-uh-tee
Listen in Context
He felt anxiety before the test.
Too much anxiety can make it hard to sleep.
She talked to her doctor about her anxiety.
My anxiety gets worse when I have to speak in front of a crowd.