Pronunciation of 'Cerebrospinal'
The word 'cerebrospinal' refers to something related to both the brain and the spinal cord. It is pronounced as 'suh-REE-broh-SPY-nuhl' or 'seh-REE-broh-SPY-nuhl' in English.
Word Origin
The word 'cerebrospinal' originates from Latin. 'Cerebro-' comes from 'cerebrum,' meaning 'brain,' and '-spinal' relates to the spine.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Relating to both the brain and the spinal cord, often used in medical contexts.
Pronounced as 'suh-REE-broh-SPY-nuhl,' with stress on the second syllable of 'cerebro' and the first syllable of 'spinal.'
Relating to both the brain and the spinal cord, often used in medical contexts.
Pronounced as 'seh-REE-broh-SPY-nuhl,' with stress on the second syllable of 'cerebro' and the first syllable of 'spinal.'