How to Pronounce "infections"
word
ˌɪnˈfɛkʃənz
in-FEK-shunz
ɪnfˈɛkʃənz
in-FEK-shunz
Definition
Infections are illnesses or problems in the body caused by germs like bacteria or viruses entering and multiplying inside you.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈfɛkʃənz
British English
ɪnfˈɛkʃənz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-FEK-shunz
UK
in-FEK-shunz
Listen in Context
Some infections are caused by viruses.
Doctors treat many infections with medicine.
Hand washing helps prevent infections.
Children tend to get more infections when they start school.