noun

asthma

/ˈasmə/ ast·hma 2 syllables

A long-term respiratory condition, in which the airways may unexpectedly and suddenly narrow, often in response to an…

Word facts

Part of speech noun
Syllables 2
Letters 6
Starts with A

Definition of Asthma

A long-term respiratory condition, in which the airways may unexpectedly and suddenly narrow, often in response to an allergen, cold air, exercise, or emotional stress. Symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing.

A long-term respiratory condition, in which the airways may unexpectedly and suddenly narrow, often in response to an allergen, cold air, exercise, or emotional stress. Symptoms include wheezing, shortness of breath, chest tightness, and coughing.

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Asthma has 2 syllables: ast·hma. The word is broken into 2 spoken beats.

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