How to Pronounce "insomnia"
word
/ˌɪnˈsɑmniə/
in-SAHM-nee-uh
/ɪnsˈɒmniɐ/
in-SOM-nee-uh
Definition
A condition in which a person has difficulty falling asleep or staying asleep, even when they want or need to sleep.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈsɑmniə/
British English
/ɪnsˈɒmniɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-SAHM-nee-uh
UK
in-SOM-nee-uh
Listen in Context
I have insomnia and can't sleep at night.
Insomnia can make you feel tired during the day.
Doctors can help treat insomnia.
I've struggled with insomnia for years—it drives me crazy sometimes.