How to Pronounce "intubated"
word
ˈɪn.tju.beɪ.tɪd
IN-tyoo-bay-tid
ɪntjˈuːbeɪt
in-TYOO-bayt
Definition
To have had a tube inserted into the airway, usually to help someone breathe during surgery or in an emergency.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɪn.tju.beɪ.tɪd
British English
ɪntjˈuːbeɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
IN-tyoo-bay-tid
UK
in-TYOO-bayt
Listen in Context
The patient was intubated during the surgery.
She is still intubated and cannot speak.
He was intubated after the accident to help him breathe.
If someone is intubated, they usually need close monitoring in the ICU.