How to pronounce euthanasia
Say it like yoo-thuh-NAY-zhuh. Euthanasia has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAY).
VoiceSpeed
US American/ˌjuθəˈneɪʒə/yoo-thuh-NAY-zhuh
UK British/juːθəˈneɪziə/yoo-thuh-NAY-zee-uh
- yoo
- thuh
- NAY
- zhuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Euthanasia pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- yooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- thuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- NAYSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ay" in day.
- zhuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of euthanasia
- American English uses 4 syllables and British English 5.
British respelling: yoo-thuh-NAY-zee-uh.
What does euthanasia mean?
noun
- The practice of intentionally killing a human being or animal in a humane way, especially in order to end suffering.“Euthanasia is the most difficult part of a veterinarian's job.”
- The practice of killing a human being who is considered a liability to society, especially a disabled person.
Similar and opposite words
Similar meaning
- mercy killing
Words that rhyme with euthanasia
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Questions about saying euthanasia
How do you pronounce euthanasia?
Say yoo-thuh-NAY-zhuh. The American pronunciation is /ˌjuθəˈneɪʒə/. In British English it is /juːθəˈneɪziə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in euthanasia?
Euthanasia has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (NAY). Broken into parts: yoo · thuh · NAY · zhuh.
Is euthanasia pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. American English uses 4 syllables and British English 5. The British form is /juːθəˈneɪziə/ (yoo-thuh-NAY-zee-uh).