How to Pronounce "enema"
word
/ˈɛnəmə/
EN-uh-muh
/ˈɛnəmɐ/
EN-uh-muh
Definition
A medical procedure where liquid is put into the lower bowel through the rectum to clean it out or give medicine.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɛnəmə/
British English
/ˈɛnəmɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
EN-uh-muh
UK
EN-uh-muh
Listen in Context
The doctor suggested an enema for the patient with constipation.
A nurse prepared the enema in the hospital room.
Children rarely need an enema unless a doctor recommends it.
Sometimes, an enema is the quickest way to relieve severe constipation.