Pronunciation of 'Duodenum'
The word 'duodenum' refers to the first part of the small intestine, located between the stomach and the jejunum. It is pronounced as 'ˌduːəˈdiːnəm' or 'ˌdjuːəˈdiːnəm' in English (en-US).
The term 'duodenum' originates from the Latin word 'duodenum digitorum,' meaning 'twelve fingers' long, referring to its length.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
The first part of the small intestine, located between the stomach and the jejunum.
Pronounced as 'doo-uh-DEE-num,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Doo' as in 'do,' 'uh' as in 'a,' 'DEE' as in 'deep,' and 'num' as in 'numb.'
The first part of the small intestine, located between the stomach and the jejunum.
Pronounced as 'dyoo-uh-DEE-num,' with stress on the second syllable. 'Dyoo' as in 'dew,' 'uh' as in 'a,' 'DEE' as in 'deep,' and 'num' as in 'numb.'