How to Pronounce "parkinson"
word
ˈpɑɹkɪnsən
PAR-kin-suhn
ˈpɑːkɪnsən
PAA-kin-suhn
Definition
Parkinson (usually as 'Parkinson's disease') is a progressive brain disorder that affects movement and often causes tremors, stiffness, and difficulty with balance.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɑɹkɪnsən
British English
ˈpɑːkɪnsən
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PAR-kin-suhn
UK
PAA-kin-suhn
Listen in Context
My grandfather was diagnosed with Parkinson last year.
Parkinson makes it hard for some people to walk or write.
There is no cure for Parkinson, but medicine can help.
My neighbor’s hands started shaking, so the doctor checked for Parkinson.