How to Pronounce Hypoventilation

To pronounce "hypoventilation", say HYPOV-ent-il-at-ion — 5 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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HYPOV-ent-il-at-ion

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"hypoventilation" has 5 syllables: hypov-ent-il-at-ion.

What does hypoventilation mean?

noun

  1. Respiratory depression, occurring when ventilation is inadequate to perform the necessary gas exchange, which may be caused by certain medical conditions, by holding one's breath, or by drug overdose.

Antonyms

hyperventilation

Related words

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How many syllables are in "hypoventilation"?▾

"Hypoventilation" has 5 syllables: hypov · ent · il · at · ion.

What does "hypoventilation" mean?▾

Hypoventilation: Respiratory depression, occurring when ventilation is inadequate to perform the necessary gas exchange, which may be caused by certain medical conditions, by holding one's breath, or by drug overdose.

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