How to Pronounce "acupressure"
word
ˈæk.juˌprɛʃ.ɚ
AK-yoo-PRESH-er
ˈækəpɹˌɛʃɐ
AK-uh-PRESH-uh
Definition
Acupressure is a treatment method where pressure is applied to specific points on the body, usually with the fingers, to relieve pain or help with health problems.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈæk.juˌprɛʃ.ɚ
British English
ˈækəpɹˌɛʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AK-yoo-PRESH-er
UK
AK-uh-PRESH-uh
Listen in Context
Many people use acupressure to help with headaches.
Acupressure does not use needles like acupuncture.
My mother learned acupressure to treat back pain at home.
After a long day, I do a bit of acupressure to relax my shoulders.