How to Pronounce Intussusception

To pronounce "intussusception", say INT-uss-usc-ept-ion — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪntəsəˈsɛpʃən/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

intussusception

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Letters

/ɪntəsəˈsɛpʃən/

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💡 Tip for remembering “intussusception”

"intussusception" has 5 syllables: int-uss-usc-ept-ion.

What does intussusception mean?

noun

  1. Absorption.
  2. The invagination of one portion of a tubular anatomical structure (especially intestines or blood vessels) within the next.

Related words

invaginationinfoldingileocolicintussusceptumintussuscipiensintromissionintestineintravasation

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "intussusception"?▾

"Intussusception" has 5 syllables: int · uss · usc · ept · ion.

What is the IPA transcription of "intussusception"?▾

The IPA transcription of "intussusception" is /ɪntəsəˈsɛpʃən/.

What does "intussusception" mean?▾

Intussusception: Absorption.

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