How to Pronounce "alzheimer"
word
/ˈæɫzˌhaɪmɝ/, /ˈɑɫtsˌhaɪmɝ/
ALZ-hy-mer
/ˈæltshaɪmə/
ALTS-hy-muh
Definition
A progressive brain disease that affects memory, thinking, and behavior, usually in older adults. It is the most common cause of dementia.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈæɫzˌhaɪmɝ/, /ˈɑɫtsˌhaɪmɝ/
British English
/ˈæltshaɪmə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
ALZ-hy-mer
UK
ALTS-hy-muh
Listen in Context
My grandfather has Alzheimer.
Alzheimer affects memory and thinking.
Doctors are working to find a cure for Alzheimer.
It's hard to see a loved one struggle with Alzheimer.