How to Pronounce "sciatic"
word
saɪˈæɾɪk
sy-AT-ik
sˈaɪətˌɪk
sy-AT-ik
Definition
Relating to the sciatic nerve, which runs from the lower back down the leg. Often used to describe pain caused by irritation of this nerve.
IPA Transcription
American English
saɪˈæɾɪk
British English
sˈaɪətˌɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
sy-AT-ik
UK
sy-AT-ik
Listen in Context
The doctor checked my sciatic nerve.
He has sciatic pain in his lower back.
She suffers from sciatic problems.
My leg went numb because of my sciatic nerve acting up.