How to Pronounce "rhesus"
word
ˈɹisəs
REE-suhs
ɹˈɛsəs
REH-suhs
Definition
'Rhesus' usually refers to a kind of monkey called the rhesus macaque, and sometimes to the Rh factor in blood, an important blood group antigen.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹisəs
British English
ɹˈɛsəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REE-suhs
UK
REH-suhs
Listen in Context
A rhesus monkey can recognize itself in a mirror.
Doctors check your rhesus factor during pregnancy.
The rhesus is a very intelligent animal.
My blood type is O positive, so I'm rhesus positive too.