How to Pronounce "infectious"
word
/ˌɪnˈfɛkʃəs/
in-FEK-shuhs
/ɪnfˈɛkʃəs/
in-FEK-shuhs
Definition
If something is infectious, it can be spread from one person or animal to another, especially diseases. It can also describe something that spreads easily, like laughter or enthusiasm.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌɪnˈfɛkʃəs/
British English
/ɪnfˈɛkʃəs/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-FEK-shuhs
UK
in-FEK-shuhs
Listen in Context
The flu is highly infectious.
Chickenpox is an infectious disease.
Be careful; that cough could be infectious.
Her infectious laugh made everyone smile.