How to Pronounce "sciatica"
word
saɪˈætɪkə
sy-AT-i-kuh
saɪˈætɪkɐ
sy-AT-i-kuh
Definition
Sciatica is a condition where pain travels along the sciatic nerve, usually causing pain in the lower back, hips, or down a leg.
IPA Transcription
American English
saɪˈætɪkə
British English
saɪˈætɪkɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sy-AT-i-kuh
UK
sy-AT-i-kuh
Listen in Context
He suffers from sciatica and often feels pain in his leg.
Sciatica can make it hard to sit or walk.
My doctor explained that my back pain is caused by sciatica.
I had to miss work last week because my sciatica flared up.