How to Pronounce "cancerous"
word
KAN-suh-ruhs
KAN-suh-ruhs
Definition
Describes something relating to, caused by, or having the nature of cancer—most often used for cells or growths that can invade and damage body tissue.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkænsɝəs
British English
kˈænsəɹəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAN-suh-ruhs
UK
KAN-suh-ruhs
Listen in Context
The doctor said the lump was cancerous.
They found cancerous cells in the tissue sample.
A cancerous tumor must be treated quickly.
Not all lumps are cancerous, so testing is important.