How to Pronounce "anus"
word
ˈeɪnəs
AY-nuhs
ˈeɪnʌs
AY-nuss
Definition
The anus is the opening at the end of the digestive tract where solid waste leaves the body.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈeɪnəs
British English
ˈeɪnʌs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AY-nuhs
UK
AY-nuss
Listen in Context
The anus is part of the digestive system.
Waste leaves the body through the anus.
Doctors check the anus for signs of illness.
Sometimes people experience itching around the anus.