How to pronounce ulna
Say it like UHL-nuh. Ulna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHL).
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- UHL
- nuh
- Main stress
- Lighter stress
- Unstressed
Ulna pronunciation, sound by sound
Read the parts left to right, then blend them together without pausing.
- UHLSay this part loudest and longest. The vowel is the "u" in cup.
- nuhKeep this part quick and light. The vowel is the relaxed "uh" in about.
American vs British pronunciation of ulna
American and British speakers say ulna in essentially the same way: /ˈʌlnə/ in the US and /ˈʌlnə/ in the UK.
British respelling: UHL-nuh.
What does ulna mean?
- The bone of the forearm that extends from the elbow to the wrist on the side opposite to the thumb, corresponding to the fibula of the hind limb. Also, the corresponding bone in the forelimb of any vertebrate.
Where does ulna come from?
From Latin ulna (“elbow”).
Questions about saying ulna
How do you pronounce ulna?
Say UHL-nuh. The American pronunciation is /ˈʌlnə/. In British English it is /ˈʌlnə/. Press play above to hear it at normal speed or slowly.
How many syllables are in ulna?
Ulna has two syllables, and the main stress falls on the first one (UHL). Broken into parts: UHL · nuh.
Do Americans and Brits say ulna the same way?
Almost exactly. The American form is /ˈʌlnə/ and the British form is /ˈʌlnə/, so you can use either pronunciation with any listener.