How to Pronounce "exsanguination"
word
ɛkˌsæŋɡwɪˈneɪʃən
ek-sang-gwi-NAY-shun
ɛkˌsæŋɡwɪˈneɪʃən
ek-sang-gwi-NAY-shun
Definition
Exsanguination is the process of losing a large amount of blood, often to the point where it can cause death. It is a medical term used especially in emergencies, injuries, or for the cause of death.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɛkˌsæŋɡwɪˈneɪʃən
British English
ɛkˌsæŋɡwɪˈneɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ek-sang-gwi-NAY-shun
UK
ek-sang-gwi-NAY-shun
Listen in Context
Severe trauma can result in exsanguination if not treated quickly.
Doctors try to prevent exsanguination during major surgeries.
The official cause of death was listed as exsanguination.
In some rare cases, exsanguination happens so fast that help doesn’t arrive in time.