How to Pronounce Petechia

To pronounce "petechia", say PET-ech-ia — 3 syllables, IPA /pɪˈtiːkɪə/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

8

Letters

/pɪˈtiːkɪə/

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💡 Tip for remembering “petechia”

"petechia" has 3 syllables: pet-ech-ia.

What does petechia mean?

noun

  1. A small spot, especially on an organ, caused by bleeding underneath the skin.

Related words

petechiationpurpuratelangiectasiaecchymosisbleedtelangiectesialesionmicrobleed

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "petechia"?▾

"Petechia" has 3 syllables: pet · ech · ia.

What is the IPA transcription of "petechia"?▾

The IPA transcription of "petechia" is /pɪˈtiːkɪə/.

What does "petechia" mean?▾

Petechia: A small spot, especially on an organ, caused by bleeding underneath the skin.

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