How to Pronounce "inflammation"
word
ˌɪnfɫəˈmeɪʃən
in-fluh-MAY-shuhn
ɪnflæmˈeɪʃən
in-flam-AY-shuhn
Definition
A physical reaction of the body to injury or infection, usually causing redness, swelling, heat, and sometimes pain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnfɫəˈmeɪʃən
British English
ɪnflæmˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-fluh-MAY-shuhn
UK
in-flam-AY-shuhn
Listen in Context
The doctor said the inflammation should heal in a few days.
Redness and swelling are signs of inflammation.
Cold packs can help reduce inflammation after an injury.
She has chronic inflammation in her joints because of arthritis.