How to pronounce duodenum
Say it like doo-uh-DEE-num. Duodenum has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DEE).
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- doo
- uh
- DEE
- num
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Duodenum 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.
- numKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of duodenum
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: dyoo-oh-DEE-num.
What does duodenum mean?
- The first part of the small intestine, starting at the lower end of the stomach and extending to the jejunum.
Where does duodenum come from?
From Medieval Latin duodēnum digitōrum (“space of twelve digits”) in reference to its length, from duodēnī (“twelve each”) + digitōrum, genitive plural of digitus (“finger; toe; digit”).
Questions about saying duodenum
How do you pronounce duodenum?
Say doo-uh-DEE-num. The American pronunciation is /ˌduəˈdinəm/. In British English it is /ˌdjuːəʊˈdiːnəm/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in duodenum?
Duodenum has four syllables, and the main stress falls on the third one (DEE). Broken into parts: doo · uh · DEE · num.
Is duodenum 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 /ˌdjuːəʊˈdiːnəm/ (dyoo-oh-DEE-num).