Como Pronunciar "hypertension"

word

hy-per-TEN-shun

hy-puh-TEN-shun

Definição

Hypertension is a medical term for high blood pressure, when the force of the blood against the artery walls is too strong. It can cause health problems if it is not controlled.

Transcrição IPA

Inglês Americano

ˌhaɪpɝˈtɛnʃən

Inglês Britânico

hˈaɪpətənʃən

Pronúncia Simplificada

EUA

hy-per-TEN-shun

hy-puh-TEN-shun

Ouça em Contexto

Hypertension is a common health problem.

My doctor says I have hypertension.

Hypertension can be controlled with medicine and diet.

Stress can make hypertension worse if you don't manage it.