How to Pronounce "systolic"
word
sɪˈstɔɫɪk
si-STAW-lik
sɪstˈɒlɪk
sis-TOL-ik
Definition
Relating to the phase of the heartbeat when the heart muscle contracts and pumps blood, especially used to describe the higher number in a blood pressure reading.
IPA Transcription
American English
sɪˈstɔɫɪk
British English
sɪstˈɒlɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
si-STAW-lik
UK
sis-TOL-ik
Listen in Context
The doctor explained that my systolic pressure is a little high.
A normal systolic value is usually around 120.
High systolic blood pressure can be dangerous if ignored.
My systolic number always shoots up when I get nervous at the doctor's office.