How to Pronounce "morphia"
word
ˈmɔrfiə
MAWR-fee-uh
mˈɔːfiɐ
MAW-fee-uh
Definition
Morphia is an old term for morphine, a powerful drug used to relieve pain, especially in medical settings. It is derived from opium and can be addictive.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈmɔrfiə
British English
mˈɔːfiɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
MAWR-fee-uh
UK
MAW-fee-uh
Listen in Context
The doctor gave the patient morphia for the pain.
In old books, you may find the word morphia.
Morphia is used to treat severe pain.
Back in the day, people used morphia before modern drugs were available.