How to Pronounce "epidural"
word
ˌɛpəˈdɝəɫ
ep-uh-DUR-uhl
ˈɛpɪdjˌɔːɹəl
EP-i-dyoo-RAW-ruhl
Definition
An epidural is a type of local anesthesia injected near the spine to block pain, often used during childbirth or some surgeries.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɛpəˈdɝəɫ
British English
ˈɛpɪdjˌɔːɹəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ep-uh-DUR-uhl
UK
EP-i-dyoo-RAW-ruhl
Listen in Context
The doctor gave her an epidural during labor.
Many women choose an epidural to help with pain.
He asked if an epidural was available before his surgery.
After the epidural, she felt much more comfortable during delivery.