How to Pronounce "plasma"
word
/ˈpɫæzmə/
PLAZ-muh
/plˈæzmɐ/
PLAZ-muh
Definition
Plasma is the clear, yellowish part of blood that holds blood cells. It is also the fourth state of matter, different from solid, liquid, or gas.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈpɫæzmə/
British English
/plˈæzmɐ/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAZ-muh
UK
PLAZ-muh
Listen in Context
Doctors used plasma from healthy people to help patients recover.
Stars are made mostly of plasma.
A plasma TV has a bright, colorful screen.
Giving plasma can save someone's life in an emergency.