Pronunciation of 'Helicobacter pylori'
Helicobacter pylori is a bacterium commonly found in the stomach and is associated with various gastrointestinal conditions. It is pronounced as 'HEL-i-ko-BAK-ter py-LO-ri' in English.
The term 'Helicobacter pylori' originates from Greek and Latin roots. 'Helico-' comes from the Greek word 'helix,' meaning spiral, referring to the shape of the bacterium. 'Bacter' is derived from the Greek 'bakterion,' meaning small staff or rod. 'Pylori' comes from Latin 'pylorus,' referring to the pyloric region of the stomach where the bacterium is often found.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
Helicobacter pylori is a type of bacteria that infects the stomach lining and is linked to ulcers and stomach cancer.
Pronounced as 'HEL-i-ko-BAK-ter py-LO-ri.' 'Heli' as in 'HEL-i,' 'co' as in 'ko,' 'bacter' as in 'BAK-ter,' and 'pylori' as 'py-LO-ri,' with stress on 'BAK' and 'LO.'