How to Pronounce "infection"
word
/ˌɪnˈfɛkʃən/
in-FEK-shuhn
/ɪnfˈɛkʃən/
in-FEK-shuhn
Definition
An infection is a condition in which bacteria, viruses, or other harmful organisms enter the body and cause illness. It can affect the whole body or one specific part, such as the skin, lungs, or throat.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈfɛkʃən/
British English
/ɪnfˈɛkʃən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-FEK-shuhn
UK
in-FEK-shuhn
Listen in Context
She has an ear infection.
The cut got an infection.
The doctor gave me medicine for the infection.
If the pain gets worse, it could be an infection.