How to Pronounce "schizophrenics"
word
ˌʃɪzəˈfɹɛnɪk
shiz-uh-FREN-iks
skˌɪtsəfɹˈɛnɪks
skit-suh-FREN-iks
Definition
People who have schizophrenia, a serious mental disorder that affects thinking, emotions, and behavior.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌʃɪzəˈfɹɛnɪk
British English
skˌɪtsəfɹˈɛnɪks
Simplified Pronunciation
US
shiz-uh-FREN-iks
UK
skit-suh-FREN-iks
Listen in Context
Some schizophrenics need daily support from their families.
Doctors study how schizophrenics react to medicine.
Many schizophrenics live healthy lives with treatment.
It's important to remember that schizophrenics are not defined by their illness.