How to Pronounce "herniation"
word
ˌhɝniˈeɪʃən
hur-nee-AY-shun
ˌhɜːniˈeɪʃən
hur-nee-AY-shun
Definition
Herniation is a medical condition where an organ or tissue pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place, often causing pain or discomfort.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhɝniˈeɪʃən
British English
ˌhɜːniˈeɪʃən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hur-nee-AY-shun
UK
hur-nee-AY-shun
Listen in Context
The doctor explained that my back pain is caused by a herniation in my spine.
A herniation can happen when you lift something too heavy.
The MRI showed a herniation pressing on a nerve.
After my injury, I was worried it might be a herniation, but it turned out to be just a strain.