How to Pronounce "frostbite"
word
ˈfɹɔstˌbaɪt
FRAWST-byt
fɹˈɒstbaɪt
FROST-byt
Definition
A serious injury to your skin and underlying tissues caused by being exposed to very cold temperatures for too long. It typically affects fingers, toes, nose, and ears.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɹɔstˌbaɪt
British English
fɹˈɒstbaɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FRAWST-byt
UK
FROST-byt
Listen in Context
The hiker got frostbite on his fingers.
Frostbite can happen if you stay outside too long in very cold weather.
His toes showed signs of frostbite after the snowstorm.
Make sure to wear warm gloves, or you could get frostbite in this weather.