How to Pronounce Biopsy

To pronounce "biopsy", say BIOPSY — one syllable, IPA /ˈbaɪɑpsi/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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/ˈbaɪɑpsi/

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What does biopsy mean?

noun

  1. The removal and examination of a sample of tissue, cells, or bodily fluid from a living body for diagnostic purposes.

    “We will need to perform a biopsy to determine whether the tumour is malignant or benign.”

verb

  1. To take a sample (a biopsy) for pathological examination.

    “They biopsied the lump but it turned out to be non-cancerous.”

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "biopsy"?▾

"Biopsy" has one syllable.

What is the IPA transcription of "biopsy"?▾

The IPA transcription of "biopsy" is /ˈbaɪɑpsi/.

What does "biopsy" mean?▾

Biopsy: The removal and examination of a sample of tissue, cells, or bodily fluid from a living body for diagnostic purposes.

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