How to Pronounce "aneurism"
word
ˈænjʊˌɹɪzəm/, /ˈænjʊˌɹɪzm
AN-yuh-riz-um
ˈænjuːɹəɹˌɪzəm
AN-yuh-riz-um
Definition
An aneurism is a weak spot in a blood vessel wall, usually an artery, that causes the vessel to bulge or balloon. If it bursts, it can be very serious or even life-threatening.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈænjʊˌɹɪzəm/, /ˈænjʊˌɹɪzm
British English
ˈænjuːɹəɹˌɪzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AN-yuh-riz-um
UK
AN-yuh-riz-um
Listen in Context
The doctor explained what an aneurism is to the patient.
An aneurism can happen in the brain or the heart.
If an aneurism bursts, it is a medical emergency.
She didn't know she had an aneurism until it was found during a routine checkup.