How to Pronounce "transfusion"
word
/tɹænsˈfjuʒən/
trans-FYOO-zhun
/tɹænsfjˈuːʒən/
trans-fyOO-zhuhn
Definition
A medical procedure where blood or blood products are transferred from one person to another, usually to replace lost blood or treat certain illnesses.
IPA Transcription
American English
/tɹænsˈfjuʒən/
British English
/tɹænsfjˈuːʒən/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
trans-FYOO-zhun
UK
trans-fyOO-zhuhn
Listen in Context
The patient needs a transfusion after the surgery.
A transfusion can save someone's life.
She received a transfusion at the hospital.
After the accident, he was rushed in for an emergency transfusion.