Pronunciation of 'Analgesic'
The word 'analgesic' refers to a type of medication used to relieve pain. It is pronounced as 'ˌænəlˈdʒiːzɪk' or 'ˌænəlˈdʒiːsɪk' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'analgesic' originates from the Greek words 'an-' meaning 'without' and 'algos' meaning 'pain'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A medication or substance used to relieve pain.
Pronounced as 'an-uhl-JEE-zik', with stress on the third syllable. 'An' as in 'and', 'uhl' as in 'uh', 'jee' as in 'jeep', and 'zik' as in 'sick'.
A medication or substance used to relieve pain.
Pronounced as 'an-uhl-JEE-sik', with stress on the third syllable. 'An' as in 'and', 'uhl' as in 'uh', 'jee' as in 'jeep', and 'sik' as in 'sick'.