How to Pronounce Anesthesia

To pronounce "anesthesia", say AN-esth-es-ia — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌæn.əsˈθiːz.i.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˌæn.əsˈθiːz.i.ə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “anesthesia”

"anesthesia" has 4 syllables: an-esth-es-ia. It rhymes with amnesia and elysia, if that helps it stick.

What does anesthesia mean?

noun

An artificial method of preventing sensation, used to eliminate pain without causing loss of vital functions, by the administration of one or more agents which block pain impulses before transmitted to the brain.
The loss or prevention of sensation, as caused by anesthesia, lesion in the nervous system or other physical abnormality.

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Words that rhyme with anesthesia

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amnesia elysia anaesthesia

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "anesthesia"?▾

"Anesthesia" has 4 syllables: an · esth · es · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "anesthesia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "anesthesia" is /ˌæn.əsˈθiːz.i.ə/.

What does "anesthesia" mean?▾

Anesthesia: An artificial method of preventing sensation, used to eliminate pain without causing loss of vital functions, by the administration of one or more agents which block pain impulses before transmitted to the brain.

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