How to Pronounce "amelia"
word
/əˈmiɫjə/
uh-MEEL-yuh
/əˈmiːljə/
uh-MEE-lee-uh
Definition
A rare birth defect where one or more limbs are completely missing at birth due to a failure in limb development.
IPA Transcription
American English
/əˈmiɫjə/
British English
/əˈmiːljə/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-MEEL-yuh
UK
uh-MEE-lee-uh
Listen in Context
The doctor explained that the baby was born with amelia in one arm.
Amelia can affect both legs or both arms.
Children with amelia may need special care.
Doctors say amelia is very rare and can be detected by ultrasound.