How to pronounce ileus
Say it like IL-ee-us. Ileus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IL).
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- IL
- ee
- us
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ileus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- ILSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "i" in sit.
- eeKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- usKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ileus
American and British speakers say ileus in essentially the same way: /ˈɪliəs/ in the US and /ˈɪliəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: IL-ee-us.
What does ileus mean?
- Disruption of the normal propulsive ability of the gastrointestinal tract, due to failure of peristalsis.
Questions about saying ileus
How do you pronounce ileus?
Say IL-ee-us. The American pronunciation is /ˈɪliəs/. In British English it is /ˈɪliəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ileus?
Ileus has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (IL). Broken into parts: IL · ee · us.
Do Americans and Brits say ileus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈɪliəs/ and the British form is /ˈɪliəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.