Como Pronunciar "amputation"

word

ˌæmpjəˈteɪʃən

am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn

ˌæmpjuːtˈeɪʃən

am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn

Definição

Amputation is the surgical removal of a limb or part of a limb, such as an arm, leg, finger, or toe. It is usually done because of injury, disease, or medical necessity.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˌæmpjəˈteɪʃən

Inglês Britânico

ˌæmpjuːtˈeɪʃən

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

am-pyoo-TAY-shuhn

Ouça em Contexto

Amputation can help prevent infection from spreading.

The soldier survived his injury but needed an amputation.

She was nervous about life after amputation, but she adapted quickly.

After the accident, the doctor decided amputation was necessary.