The spelling of "icteritous" may seem intimidating, but it can be broken down phonetically as ik-ter-i-tuhs. Using the International Phonetic Alphabet (IPA), the pronunciation can be transcribed as /ɪkˈtɛrɪtəs/. This rare medical term refers to a yellowish discoloration of the skin and eyes, also known as jaundice. Learning the IPA can help improve your ability to pronounce and spell complex words like "icteritous" with ease.