How to Pronounce "orthodontist"
word
ˌɔɹθəˈdɑntəst
or-thuh-DAN-tist
ˈɔːθədˌɒntɪst
AW-thuh-DON-tist
Definition
A dentist who specializes in straightening teeth and correcting bite issues using braces or other devices.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɔɹθəˈdɑntəst
British English
ˈɔːθədˌɒntɪst
Simplified Pronunciation
US
or-thuh-DAN-tist
UK
AW-thuh-DON-tist
Listen in Context
The orthodontist fixed my braces.
My sister goes to the orthodontist every month.
The orthodontist said I need braces.
I had to wait a long time to see the orthodontist this morning.