How to Pronounce "stillbirths"
word
ˈstɪlˌbɝθs
STIL-burths
stˈɪlbɜːθs
stil-BURTHS
Definition
Stillbirths are cases when a baby dies before or during birth after at least 20 weeks of pregnancy.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈstɪlˌbɝθs
British English
stˈɪlbɜːθs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
STIL-burths
UK
stil-BURTHS
Listen in Context
Doctors are researching how to reduce stillbirths.
Some countries have higher rates of stillbirths than others.
Awareness campaigns can help prevent stillbirths.
The hospital saw a decrease in stillbirths after the new prenatal care program.