How to Pronounce "acupuncture"
word
ˈækjuˌpəŋktʃɝ
AK-yoo-PUNGK-chur
ˈækjuːpˌʌŋktʃɐ
AK-yoo-PUNGK-chuh
Definition
A type of traditional medicine that involves putting very thin needles into specific points on the body to treat pain or other conditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈækjuˌpəŋktʃɝ
British English
ˈækjuːpˌʌŋktʃɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AK-yoo-PUNGK-chur
UK
AK-yoo-PUNGK-chuh
Listen in Context
Acupuncture is a traditional Chinese treatment.
Some people use acupuncture to help with back pain.
My doctor recommended acupuncture for my headaches.
I was nervous at first, but acupuncture didn’t hurt at all.