How to Pronounce "pustules"
word
ˈpʌs.tʃulz
PUHS-choolz
pˈʌstjuːlz
PUHS-tyoolz
Definition
Small, swollen spots on the skin that are filled with pus, often caused by infections or certain skin conditions.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpʌs.tʃulz
British English
pˈʌstjuːlz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PUHS-choolz
UK
PUHS-tyoolz
Listen in Context
The doctor said the red spots were pustules caused by an infection.
Some forms of acne have many pustules on the face.
The patient's skin was covered in small, yellowish pustules.
After scratching, new pustules started to form on her arms.