Pronunciation of 'Bronchiole'
The word 'Bronchiole' refers to the small airways in the lungs that branch off from the bronchi. It is pronounced as 'ˈbrɑːŋkiˌoʊl' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The term 'Bronchiole' originates from the Greek word 'bronkhia', meaning 'windpipe', combined with the diminutive suffix '-ole', indicating 'small'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Refers to the small airways in the lungs that branch off from the bronchi.
Pronounced as 'BRAHN-kee-ohl', with stress on the first syllable. 'Brahn' as in 'bronze', 'kee' as in 'key', and 'ohl' as in 'hole'.