How to Pronounce "spasm"
word
ˈspæzəm
SPAZ-um
spˈæzəm
SPAZ-um
Definition
A spasm is a sudden, involuntary muscle movement or contraction that often causes pain. It can also describe any quick, uncontrollable burst of activity or feeling.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspæzəm
British English
spˈæzəm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPAZ-um
UK
SPAZ-um
Listen in Context
She had a spasm in her leg after running.
A muscle spasm can happen suddenly.
He felt a spasm of pain in his back.
I got a nasty spasm in my shoulder while lifting the box.