Pronunciation of 'Pulmonary function test'
The term 'Pulmonary function test' refers to a medical test used to measure lung function and capacity. It is pronounced as 'ˈpʌlməˌnɛri ˈfʌŋkʃən tɛst' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The term originates from Latin, where 'pulmonary' is derived from 'pulmonarius' (relating to the lungs), and 'function' and 'test' are derived from Latin roots 'functio' (performance) and 'testum' (earthen vessel used for testing).
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A diagnostic test to assess lung function, including lung volume, capacity, rates of flow, and gas exchange.
Pronounced as 'PULL-muh-nair-ee FUNK-shun TEST'. 'Pulmonary' starts with 'PULL', followed by 'muh-nair-ee' with stress on 'nair'. 'Function' is pronounced 'FUNK-shun', and 'test' is straightforward as 'TEST'.