How to Pronounce "influenza"
word
ˌɪnfɫuˈɛnzə
in-floo-EN-zuh
ˌɪnfluːˈɛnzɐ
in-floo-EN-zuh
Definition
Influenza is a contagious viral infection that mainly affects the nose, throat, and lungs, causing fever, cough, and body aches.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnfɫuˈɛnzə
British English
ˌɪnfluːˈɛnzɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-floo-EN-zuh
UK
in-floo-EN-zuh
Listen in Context
Many people get influenza in the winter.
Doctors recommend a vaccine to prevent influenza.
Influenza can cause a high fever and cough.
Every year, schools worry about influenza spreading among students.