Pronunciation of 'Colonoscopy'
The word 'colonoscopy' refers to a medical procedure used to examine the interior of the colon and rectum. It is pronounced as 'koh-luh-NOS-kuh-pee' in English.
Word Origin
The word 'colonoscopy' originates from the Greek words 'kolon' meaning 'colon' and 'skopein' meaning 'to look or examine'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A medical procedure used to examine the interior of the colon and rectum, often used to detect abnormalities or diseases such as colorectal cancer.
Pronounced as 'koh-luh-NOS-kuh-pee', with stress on the second syllable. 'Koh' as in 'co', 'luh' as in 'luh', 'nos' as in 'nos', and 'kuh-pee' as in 'kuh-pee'.