How to Pronounce "venereal"
word
vəˈnɪɹiəɫ
vuh-NEER-ee-uhl
vɛnˈiəɹɪəl
ven-EE-uh-ree-uhl
Definition
Relating to sexual intercourse or diseases that are transmitted through sexual contact, especially used in the phrase 'venereal disease.'
IPA Transcription
American English
vəˈnɪɹiəɫ
British English
vɛnˈiəɹɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
vuh-NEER-ee-uhl
UK
ven-EE-uh-ree-uhl
Listen in Context
The doctor explained what a venereal disease is.
Syphilis is a type of venereal infection.
Some venereal diseases can be prevented with protection.
These days, people say 'STD' more often than 'venereal disease.'