How to pronounce fundus
Say it like FUHN-dus. Fundus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHN).
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- FUHN
- dus
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Fundus pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- FUHNSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- dusKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of fundus
American and British speakers say fundus in essentially the same way: /ˈfʌndəs/ in the US and /ˈfʌndəs/ in the UK.
British respelling: FUHN-dus.
What does fundus mean?
- The top, hollow portion of the uterus.
- The back, interior part of the eye, accommodating the retina and associated blood vessels, etc.
- The uppermost hollow of the stomach, which in humans forms a bulge above where the esophagus enters the stomach.
Where does fundus come from?
From Latin fundus (“bottom”).
Questions about saying fundus
How do you pronounce fundus?
Say FUHN-dus. The American pronunciation is /ˈfʌndəs/. In British English it is /ˈfʌndəs/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in fundus?
Fundus has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (FUHN). Broken into parts: FUHN · dus.
Do Americans and Brits say fundus the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈfʌndəs/ and the British form is /ˈfʌndəs/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.