How to Pronounce "hypersensitive"
word
ˌhaɪpɝˈsɛnsɪtɪv
hy-per-SEN-si-tiv
haɪpˈɜːsənsɪtˌɪv
hy-per-SEN-si-tiv
Definition
Very easily affected by something, especially emotionally, or having an unusually strong physical reaction (for example, to allergens or criticism).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhaɪpɝˈsɛnsɪtɪv
British English
haɪpˈɜːsənsɪtˌɪv
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hy-per-SEN-si-tiv
UK
hy-per-SEN-si-tiv
Listen in Context
She is hypersensitive to pollen during spring.
Some children are hypersensitive to loud noises.
He is hypersensitive about his appearance.
Try not to tease her; she's really hypersensitive and gets upset easily.