How to Pronounce "chemo"
word
/ˈkimoʊ/
KEE-moh
/kˈiːməʊ/
kee-MOH
Definition
A casual, shortened way to say 'chemotherapy,' a treatment for cancer where drugs are used to destroy cancer cells.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkimoʊ/
British English
/kˈiːməʊ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KEE-moh
UK
kee-MOH
Listen in Context
She starts chemo tomorrow.
My dad lost his hair during chemo.
Chemo can make people feel tired.
I'm finally done with chemo—can't wait to feel normal again!