How to Pronounce "rheumatic"
word
ɹuˈmætɪk
roo-MAT-ik
ɹuːmˈætɪk
roo-MAT-ik
Definition
Related to or affected by rheumatism, a medical condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints, muscles, or connective tissue.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɹuˈmætɪk
British English
ɹuːmˈætɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
roo-MAT-ik
UK
roo-MAT-ik
Listen in Context
She suffers from rheumatic pain in her joints.
A rheumatic condition can make it hard to move.
Doctors treat many rheumatic diseases with medication.
My grandmother has to take special care because of her rheumatic problems.