What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
anaesthetist
Example
The anaesthetist will be administering the anaesthesia before your surgery. [anaesthetist: noun]
Example
The anaesthetist monitored the patient's breathing and heart rate throughout the procedure. [anaesthetist: noun]
anesthetist
Example
The anesthetist will be administering the anesthesia before your surgery. [anesthetist: noun]
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The anesthetist monitored the patient's breathing and heart rate throughout the procedure. [anesthetist: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Anesthetist is more commonly used in American English, while anaesthetist is more common in British English. However, both words are relatively uncommon in everyday language and are primarily used in medical contexts.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between anaesthetist and anesthetist?
Both anaesthetist and anesthetist are formal words that are typically used in medical contexts. They are not commonly used in informal or casual conversation.
