How to Pronounce “biopsy”
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- American (US)
- /ˈbaɪɑpsi/
What “biopsy” means
noun — The removal of a small sample of tissue for laboratory examination.
Example: The biopsy came back clear.
Pronunciation Notes
Where the stress falls. “biopsy” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈbaɪɑpsi/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does "biopsy" mean?
biopsy (noun): The removal of a small sample of tissue for laboratory examination. For example — The biopsy came back clear.
What is the IPA transcription of "biopsy"?
/ˈbaɪɑpsi/ in American English.
Which syllable is stressed in "biopsy"?
“biopsy” has 3 syllables, and the transcription /ˈbaɪɑpsi/ puts the primary stress mark (ˈ) before the first one — so the first syllable is the longest and loudest. The others are said quickly and lightly.
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