How to Pronounce "bedpans"
word
ˈbɛdˌpænz
BED-pan-z
bˈɛdpænz
BED-panz
Definition
Bedpans are shallow containers used by people who are bedridden to urinate or have bowel movements without leaving the bed.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈbɛdˌpænz
British English
bˈɛdpænz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
BED-pan-z
UK
BED-panz
Listen in Context
Hospitals keep several bedpans clean and ready for patients.
The nurse collected the used bedpans after breakfast.
Some elderly people need bedpans during the night.
Cleaning bedpans is never anyone’s favorite job at the hospital.