How to Pronounce Asperger Syndrome
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Asperger Syndrome Pronunciation
AS-per-ger SIN-drome
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
AS
stress here
per
ger SIN
drome
4 syllables
What is Asperger Syndrome?
A form of autism spectrum disorder characterized by strong verbal skills and average or above-average intelligence, but difficulty with social interaction and nonverbal communication. It is named after Austrian physician Hans Asperger.
Questions About Asperger Syndrome
How do you pronounce Asperger Syndrome?
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Asperger Syndrome is pronounced AS-per-ger SIN-drome. The stress falls on the first syllable of each word: AS (rhymes with "has") and SIN (rhymes with "tin"). The second part sounds like "drome" as in "syndrome."
Why do people sometimes mispronounce Asperger?
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Many people stress the second syllable and say as-PER-ger, but the correct way puts the stress on the first syllable: AS-per-ger. Another common mistake is adding extra syllables or saying it too quickly without clear breaks between the sounds.
How do you break Asperger Syndrome into syllables?
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Asperger breaks into four syllables: AS-per-ger. Syndrome breaks into two syllables: SYN-drome. Put together, the full term has six syllables that flow together: AS-per-ger SYN-drome.
What does 'syndrome' mean in this term?
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The word 'syndrome' (SIN-drome) means a group of signs or characteristics that happen together. So Asperger Syndrome describes a specific collection of traits that tend to appear as a group.
Is there a shorter way to say Asperger Syndrome?
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Yes, people often just say "Asperger's" (AS-per-gerz) or use the abbreviation AS. You might also hear it called "Asperger's Disorder" or simply refer to it as part of the autism spectrum.
Who is Asperger Syndrome named after?
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The condition is named after Hans Asperger, an Austrian physician who studied this condition. His last name is pronounced AS-per-ger, and when we add 's to show it belongs to him, we say "Asperger's."
Can you use Asperger Syndrome in a sentence?
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Sure! Here's an example: "The documentary explained how people with Asperger Syndrome often have strong language skills." You could also say: "She was diagnosed with Asperger's when she was eight years old."
What's the difference between saying 'Asperger Syndrome' and 'Asperger's'?
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Both are correct and mean the same thing. "Asperger Syndrome" is the full formal name, while "Asperger's" (with an apostrophe-s) is a shorter, more casual way to say it that's commonly used in everyday speech and writing.