How to Pronounce "spastic"
word
ˈspæstɪk
SPAS-tik
spˈɑːstɪk
SPAH-stik
Definition
Describes someone with muscle stiffness or spasms, often due to a medical condition like cerebral palsy. Informally and offensively, it can mean someone behaving awkwardly or clumsily.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspæstɪk
British English
spˈɑːstɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPAS-tik
UK
SPAH-stik
Listen in Context
He has spastic muscles in his legs due to cerebral palsy.
Physical therapy can help with spastic movements.
Doctors often treat spastic conditions with medication.
Please don’t use the word spastic to insult someone—it’s really offensive.