How to pronounce medulla
Say it like muh-DOO-luh. Medulla has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO).
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- muh
- DOO
- luh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Medulla pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- muhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
- DOOSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "oo" in food.
- luhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of medulla
- British speakers add a light "y" sound before the "oo" (as in "tyoon" for tune).
British respelling: muh-DYOO-luh.
What does medulla mean?
- The soft inner part of something, especially the pith of a fruit.
- The inner substance of various organs and structures, especially the marrow of bones.
- The medulla oblongata.
Where does medulla come from?
Borrowed from Latin medulla (“pith, marrow”), perhaps from medius (“middle”).
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Questions about saying medulla
How do you pronounce medulla?
Say muh-DOO-luh. The American pronunciation is /məˈdulə/. In British English it is /məˈdjuːlə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in medulla?
Medulla has three syllables, and the main stress falls on the second one (DOO). Broken into parts: muh · DOO · luh.
Is medulla 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 /məˈdjuːlə/ (muh-DYOO-luh).