How to pronounce duodenal
Say it like doo-uh-DEE-nul. Duodenal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DEE).
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- doo
- uh
- DEE
- nul
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duodenal pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- dooGive this part a little weight. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- uhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DEESay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "ee" in see.
- nulKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of duodenal
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: dyoo-oh-DEE-nul.
What does duodenal mean?
- Of or pertaining to the duodenum, the first part of the small intestine.
Where does duodenal come from?
From duoden- + -al.
Words that rhyme with duodenal
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Questions about saying duodenal
How do you pronounce duodenal?
Say doo-uh-DEE-nul. The American pronunciation is /ˌduəˈdinəl/. In British English it is /ˌdjuːəʊˈdiːnəl/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duodenal?
Duodenal has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DEE). Broken into parts: doo · uh · DEE · nul.
Is duodenal pronounced differently in British English?
Yes. British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune). The British form is /ˌdjuːəʊˈdiːnəl/ (dyoo-oh-DEE-nul).