How to Pronounce "scurvy"
word
ˈskɝːvi
SKUR-vee
skˈɜːvi
SKUR-vee
Definition
Scurvy is a serious disease caused by a lack of vitamin C, leading to weakness, gum problems, and bleeding. It was common in sailors and people with poor diets in the past.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈskɝːvi
British English
skˈɜːvi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SKUR-vee
UK
SKUR-vee
Listen in Context
Sailors in the past often suffered from scurvy.
Eating oranges helps prevent scurvy.
Lack of vitamin C causes scurvy.
Back in the age of exploration, scurvy was a big killer on long sea voyages.