How to Pronounce "sprained"
word
/ˈspɹeɪnd/
SPRAYND
/spɹˈeɪnd/
sprAYND
Definition
If a part of your body is sprained, you have stretched or torn a ligament, often by twisting it suddenly, causing pain and swelling.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈspɹeɪnd/
British English
/spɹˈeɪnd/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPRAYND
UK
sprAYND
Listen in Context
I have a sprained ankle from playing basketball.
She went to the doctor for her sprained wrist.
Be careful! You might get a sprained knee.
He was limping because of his sprained ankle.