Pronunciation of 'Gastrointestinal'
The word 'gastrointestinal' refers to anything related to the stomach and intestines, commonly used in medical contexts. It is pronounced as 'ˌɡæstroʊɪnˈtɛstɪnəl' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The term originates from Latin roots: 'gastro-' meaning 'stomach' and 'intestinal' meaning 'intestines'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Relating to the stomach and intestines, often used in medical contexts.
Pronounced as 'GAS-troh-in-TES-ti-nuhl'. 'GAS' as in 'gas', 'troh' as in 'throw', 'in' as in 'in', 'TES' as in 'test', 'ti' as in 'tin', 'nuhl' as in 'null'.