How to Pronounce "anaesthetic"
word
ˌænəsˈθɛtɪk
an-uhs-THET-ik
ˌænəsθˈɛtɪk
an-es-THET-ik
Definition
A medicine or substance that makes you unable to feel pain, used especially during surgery or dental treatment.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌænəsˈθɛtɪk
British English
ˌænəsθˈɛtɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
an-uhs-THET-ik
UK
an-es-THET-ik
Listen in Context
The doctor gave me an anaesthetic before the operation.
You will be given a local anaesthetic for this procedure.
The dentist used an anaesthetic so I wouldn’t feel pain.
Some people feel dizzy after an anaesthetic wears off.