How to Pronounce Asphyxia

To pronounce "asphyxia", say ASPHYX-ia — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Letters

ASPHYX-ia

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💡 Tip for remembering “asphyxia”

"asphyxia" has 2 syllables: asphyx-ia.

What does asphyxia mean?

noun

  1. Loss of consciousness due to the interruption of breathing and consequent anoxia.

    “Asphyxia may result from choking, drowning, electric shock, or injury.”

  2. Loss of consciousness due to the body's inability to deliver oxygen to its tissues, either by the breathing of air lacking oxygen or by the inability of the blood to carry oxygen.

Related words

suffocationapneaintrapartumchokingasphyxiationstrangulationanoxiablackout

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "asphyxia"?▾

"Asphyxia" has 2 syllables: asphyx · ia.

What does "asphyxia" mean?▾

Asphyxia: Loss of consciousness due to the interruption of breathing and consequent anoxia.

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