How to Pronounce "rickets"
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ˈɹɪkɪts
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ɹˈɪkɪts
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Definition
Rickets is a disease in children that causes bones to become soft and weak, usually because of a lack of vitamin D, calcium, or sunlight.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɪkɪts
British English
ɹˈɪkɪts
Simplified Pronunciation
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Listen in Context
Some children in the past suffered from rickets because they did not get enough sunlight.
Rickets makes children's bones weak and soft.
Vitamin D helps prevent rickets in young children.
Doctors rarely see rickets these days thanks to better nutrition and awareness.