Pronunciation of 'Schizophrenia'
The word 'Schizophrenia' is pronounced differently depending on the accent, but in American English, it is typically pronounced as 'skit-suh-FREE-nee-uh'. It refers to a mental disorder characterized by disruptions in thought processes, perceptions, emotional responsiveness, and social interactions.
The term 'Schizophrenia' originates from the Greek words 'schizo' (split) and 'phren' (mind), coined in the early 20th century by Swiss psychiatrist Eugen Bleuler.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A severe mental disorder characterized by distortions in thinking, perception, emotions, language, sense of self, and behavior.
Pronounced as 'skit-suh-FREE-nee-uh'. 'Skit' as in 'skit', 'suh' as in 'suh', 'free' as in 'free', and 'nee-uh' as in 'knee-uh'.
English (United Kingdom)
A mental health condition involving chronic or recurrent psychosis.
Similar to American English, pronounced as 'skit-suh-FREE-nee-uh'.