Pronunciation of 'Trichomoniasis'
The word 'Trichomoniasis' is a medical term pronounced as /ˌtrɪkəmoʊˈnaɪəsɪs/ in American English. It refers to a sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
Word Origin
The term 'Trichomoniasis' originates from the Greek words 'tricho-' meaning 'hair,' 'monas' meaning 'single,' and the suffix '-iasis' indicating a pathological condition.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A sexually transmitted infection caused by the parasite Trichomonas vaginalis.
Pronounced as 'TRIK-uh-moh-NY-uh-sis,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Trik' as in 'trick,' 'uh' as in 'about,' 'moh' as in 'mow,' 'ny' as in 'nigh,' and 'sis' as in 'sister.'