How to Pronounce "situ"
word
ˈsɪtu
SIT-oo
ˈsɪtju
SIT-yoo
Definition
'Situ' is a rare abbreviation of the Latin phrase 'in situ,' meaning 'in the original place or position.' In standalone English, 'situ' is almost never used except as part of 'in situ.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈsɪtu
British English
ˈsɪtju
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SIT-oo
UK
SIT-yoo
Listen in Context
The fossils were left situ in the rock for study.
Doctors sometimes find cancer cells situ in tissue.
The painting remains situ on the ancient wall.
Archaeologists love when artifacts are found situ and untouched.