How to Pronounce "hypospadias"
word
hy-puh-SPAY-dee-uhs
hy-puh-SPAY-dee-uhs
Definition
Hypospadias is a birth condition in boys where the opening of the urethra is on the underside of the penis instead of the tip.
IPA Transcription
American English
hʌɪpəˈspeɪdɪəs
British English
hʌɪpəˈspeɪdɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-puh-SPAY-dee-uhs
UK
hy-puh-SPAY-dee-uhs
Listen in Context
Hypospadias is usually found at birth.
Doctors can fix hypospadias with surgery.
Hypospadias affects only males.
Many parents are surprised when their baby is born with hypospadias.