Pronunciation of 'Obstetrics and Gynecology'
The term 'Obstetrics and Gynecology' refers to a medical specialty dealing with pregnancy, childbirth, and the health of the female reproductive system. It is pronounced as 'əbˈstɛtrɪks ənd ˌɡaɪnɪˈkɒlədʒi' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'Obstetrics' originates from the Latin 'obstetrix', meaning 'midwife', while 'Gynecology' comes from the Greek 'gynē', meaning 'woman', and 'logos', meaning 'study'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A medical specialty focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, and the health of the female reproductive system.
Pronounced as 'ub-STET-riks and GY-nee-KOL-uh-jee'. 'Obstetrics' starts with a schwa sound 'ə', followed by 'b-STET-riks'. 'Gynecology' starts with 'GY', followed by 'nee', 'KOL', and ends with 'uh-jee'.