How to Pronounce "cellulitis"
word
ˌsɛljuˈlaɪɾɪs
sel-yoo-LY-tis
sˌɛljuːlˈaɪtɪs
sel-yoo-LY-tis
Definition
Cellulitis is a serious bacterial infection of the skin and the tissues beneath it, causing redness, swelling, and pain.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌsɛljuˈlaɪɾɪs
British English
sˌɛljuːlˈaɪtɪs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sel-yoo-LY-tis
UK
sel-yoo-LY-tis
Listen in Context
The doctor said I have cellulitis on my leg.
Cellulitis needs to be treated with antibiotics.
Redness and swelling are signs of cellulitis.
If you don't treat cellulitis quickly, it can get worse fast.