How to Pronounce "hippocratic"
word
hɪpəˈkɹætɪk
hip-uh-KRAT-ik
ˌhɪpəˈkrætɪk
hip-uh-KRAT-ik
Definition
Relating to Hippocrates, an ancient Greek physician, or to his ethical principles and methods, especially as they relate to medical practice.
IPA Transcription
American English
hɪpəˈkɹætɪk
British English
ˌhɪpəˈkrætɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hip-uh-KRAT-ik
UK
hip-uh-KRAT-ik
Listen in Context
Many doctors still take the Hippocratic Oath today.
The Hippocratic tradition values patient care above all.
She gave a lecture on Hippocratic medicine.
Following a Hippocratic approach, the doctor listens carefully to every patient.