How to Pronounce "appendicitis"
word
əˌpɛnˌdɪˈsaɪtɪz
uh-PEN-di-SY-tiz
ɐpˌɛndɪsˈaɪtɪs
uh-PEN-di-SY-tis
Definition
Appendicitis is a medical condition where the appendix becomes inflamed and painful, often requiring surgery to remove it.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˌpɛnˌdɪˈsaɪtɪz
British English
ɐpˌɛndɪsˈaɪtɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-PEN-di-SY-tiz
UK
uh-PEN-di-SY-tis
Listen in Context
She had to go to the hospital because of appendicitis.
Appendicitis often causes stomach pain and fever.
Doctors usually treat appendicitis with surgery.
He was diagnosed with appendicitis after complaining of sharp pain in his right side.