How to Pronounce "circumcise"
word
ˈsɝkəmˌsaɪz
SER-kum-SYZ
sˈɜːkəmsˌaɪz
SUR-kums-SYZ
Definition
To remove the foreskin from the penis, usually for religious, cultural, or medical reasons.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɝkəmˌsaɪz
British English
sˈɜːkəmsˌaɪz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SER-kum-SYZ
UK
SUR-kums-SYZ
Listen in Context
Doctors may circumcise newborn boys for health reasons.
Many Jewish families circumcise their sons.
It is common to circumcise in certain cultures.
He chose to circumcise his son for religious reasons.