How to Pronounce Ataxia

To pronounce "ataxia", say AT-ax-ia — 3 syllables, IPA /eɪˈtæksɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

6

Letters

/eɪˈtæksɪə/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “ataxia”

"ataxia" has 3 syllables: at-ax-ia.

What does ataxia mean?

noun

  1. Lack of coordination while performing voluntary movements, which may appear to be clumsiness, inaccuracy, or instability.
  2. The condition of a polymer in which the orientation of the subunits is random

Synonyms

ataxydystaxia

Related words

ataxytelangiectasialocomotorgaitinstabilityincoordinationstaggeringimbalance

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "ataxia"?▾

"Ataxia" has 3 syllables: at · ax · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "ataxia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "ataxia" is /eɪˈtæksɪə/.

What does "ataxia" mean?▾

Ataxia: Lack of coordination while performing voluntary movements, which may appear to be clumsiness, inaccuracy, or instability.

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