How to Pronounce "schizophrenia"
word
/ˌskɪtsəˈfɹiniə/
skit-suh-FREE-nee-uh
/skˌɪtsəfɹˈiːniə/
skit-suh-free-NEE-uh
Definition
Schizophrenia is a serious mental disorder that affects how a person thinks, feels, and behaves. People with schizophrenia may have trouble distinguishing reality from imagination, often experiencing hallucinations or delusions.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˌskɪtsəˈfɹiniə/
British English
/skˌɪtsəfɹˈiːniə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
skit-suh-FREE-nee-uh
UK
skit-suh-free-NEE-uh
Listen in Context
Schizophrenia is a complex mental disorder.
People with schizophrenia often need medical support.
Doctors are researching better ways to treat schizophrenia.
Some people wrongly think schizophrenia means having a split personality.