Pronunciation of 'Bronchiole'
The word 'Bronchiole' refers to the small branches of the bronchial tubes in the lungs. It is pronounced as /ˈbrɒŋ.ki.oʊl/ in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'Bronchiole' originates from the Greek word 'brónkhos' meaning 'windpipe' and the Latin diminutive suffix '-ole', indicating 'small'.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A small branch of a bronchus in the respiratory system, leading to the alveoli in the lungs.
Pronounced as 'BRONG-kee-ohl'. 'Brong' as in 'bronze', 'kee' as in 'key', and 'ohl' as in 'hole'.