How to Pronounce "methamphetamine"
word
ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəmaɪn/, /ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəmin
meth-am-FET-uh-myn
mˌɛθɐmfˈɛtɐmˌiːn
meth-am-FET-uh-meen
Definition
Methamphetamine is a powerful, addictive stimulant drug that affects the central nervous system. It is sometimes used legally as a prescription medication for certain conditions, but is more commonly known as an illegal drug.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəmaɪn/, /ˌmɛθæmˈfɛtəmin
British English
mˌɛθɐmfˈɛtɐmˌiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
meth-am-FET-uh-myn
UK
meth-am-FET-uh-meen
Listen in Context
Methamphetamine is a very dangerous drug.
Doctors sometimes use methamphetamine to treat certain medical conditions.
People can become addicted to methamphetamine quickly.
The news reported a large methamphetamine lab discovered outside the city.