How to Pronounce "narcolepsy"
word
ˈnɑɹkəˌɫɛpsi
NAR-kuh-lep-see
nˈɑːkəʊlˌɛpsi
NAH-koh-lep-see
Definition
A medical condition that causes a person to suddenly and uncontrollably fall asleep during the day, even when they are not tired.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈnɑɹkəˌɫɛpsi
British English
nˈɑːkəʊlˌɛpsi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
NAR-kuh-lep-see
UK
NAH-koh-lep-see
Listen in Context
People with narcolepsy can fall asleep at any time, even while talking.
Doctors diagnose narcolepsy with special sleep tests.
Narcolepsy affects both men and women.
Living with narcolepsy can make normal routines tricky, like driving or working long hours.