Pronunciation of 'Duodenum'
The word 'duodenum' refers to the first part of the small intestine, connecting the stomach to the jejunum. It is pronounced as /ˌduːəˈdiːnəm/ or /ˌdjuːəˈdiːnəm/ in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'duodenum' originates from Medieval Latin 'duodenum digitorum,' meaning 'twelve fingers' breadth,' referring to its length.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
The first part of the small intestine, connecting the stomach to the jejunum.
Pronounced as 'doo-uh-DEE-num,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Doo' as in 'do,' 'uh' as in 'a,' and 'DEE-num' with emphasis on 'DEE.'
The first part of the small intestine, connecting the stomach to the jejunum.
Pronounced as 'dyoo-uh-DEE-num,' with stress on the third syllable. 'Dyoo' as in 'dew,' 'uh' as in 'a,' and 'DEE-num' with emphasis on 'DEE.'