How to Pronounce Euthanasia

To pronounce "euthanasia", say EUTH-an-as-ia — 4 syllables, IPA /juː.θəˈneɪ.zɪ.ə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

10

Letters

/juː.θəˈneɪ.zɪ.ə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “euthanasia”

"euthanasia" has 4 syllables: euth-an-as-ia. It rhymes with aphasia and fantasia, if that helps it stick.

What does euthanasia mean?

noun

  1. The practice of intentionally and painlessly killing a human being or animal for humane reasons, especially in order to end great suffering or poor quality of life.

    “Euthanasia is the most difficult part of a veterinarian's job.”

  2. An easy death, or the means to bring about such a death.

Synonyms

mercy killingmercy-killing

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Words that rhyme with euthanasia

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

aphasiafantasiadysplasiaabasiahyperplasiaanaplasia

Related words

legalizationsheltermercifullegalisationnonvoluntaryright-to-die

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "euthanasia"?▾

"Euthanasia" has 4 syllables: euth · an · as · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "euthanasia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "euthanasia" is /juː.θəˈneɪ.zɪ.ə/.

What does "euthanasia" mean?▾

Euthanasia: The practice of intentionally and painlessly killing a human being or animal for humane reasons, especially in order to end great suffering or poor quality of life.

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