How to Pronounce "stridor"
word
ˈstɹɑjɾɹ̩
STRY-der
stɹˈɪdɔː
stri-DAW
Definition
A harsh, high-pitched, or noisy sound made when breathing, usually due to a blocked or narrowed airway, often heard in children with certain illnesses.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɹɑjɾɹ̩
British English
stɹˈɪdɔː
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STRY-der
UK
stri-DAW
Listen in Context
The doctor heard stridor when the child was breathing.
Stridor can be a sign of a blocked airway.
Children with croup often have stridor.
When you notice stridor, it's important to get medical help right away.