How to Pronounce "preemie"
word
ˈpriːmi
PREE-mee
ˈpriːmi
PREE-mee
Definition
A 'preemie' is a baby who is born before the normal 37 weeks of pregnancy are complete; it means a premature baby.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpriːmi
British English
ˈpriːmi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PREE-mee
UK
PREE-mee
Listen in Context
The preemie is very small and needs special care.
Doctors checked the preemie every hour.
My cousin was born a preemie but is healthy now.
The hospital has a support group for parents of preemies.