How to Pronounce "hoarseness"
word
ˈhɔɹsnəs
HORS-nuss
hˈɔːsnəs
HAWS-nuss
Definition
Hoarseness is a change in your voice causing it to sound rough, raspy, or weak, often because the throat or vocal cords are irritated.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɔɹsnəs
British English
hˈɔːsnəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HORS-nuss
UK
HAWS-nuss
Listen in Context
He has hoarseness after shouting at the game.
Hoarseness can be a sign of a cold.
Smoking can cause hoarseness over time.
She noticed some hoarseness after her long presentation at work.