Como Pronunciar "spastic"
word
ˈspæstɪk
SPAS-tik
spˈɑːstɪk
SPAH-stik
Definição
Describes someone with muscle stiffness or spasms, often due to a medical condition like cerebral palsy. Informally and offensively, it can mean someone behaving awkwardly or clumsily.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˈspæstɪk
Inglês Britânico
spˈɑːstɪk
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
SPAS-tik
UK
SPAH-stik
Ouça em Contexto
He has spastic muscles in his legs due to cerebral palsy.
Physical therapy can help with spastic movements.
Doctors often treat spastic conditions with medication.
Please don’t use the word spastic to insult someone—it’s really offensive.