Proper Pronunciation Guide

laryngitis

[ˏlɛ͜ɚən ʤɑ͜i əs]

Tips:

Pronounce the letters “ar” like the word “air” /ɛ͜ɚ/.
Pronounce the letter “n” as
/n/ and the letter “g” as
/ʤ/.
Stress the third syllable [ʤɑ͜i].
Pronounce the letter “t” as a lightly tapped
/d/ in quick speech.

Practice Sentence:

The speaker had to cancel his presentation because he had laryngitis.

Definition:

(noun) A condition where the larynx, or voice box, becomes inflamed, resulting in hoarseness or even loss of voice.

Notes:

See “larynx” and “otolaryngologist.”