Pronunciation of 'Endothelium'
The word 'endothelium' refers to a thin layer of cells that lines the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels. It is pronounced as /ɛn.dəʊˈθiː.li.əm/ in English.
Word Origin
The word 'endothelium' originates from the Greek words 'endon' meaning 'within' and 'thēlē' meaning 'nipple' or 'thin membrane'. It was first used in scientific contexts in the 19th century.
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A thin layer of cells that lines the interior surface of blood vessels and lymphatic vessels.
Pronounced as 'en-doh-THEE-lee-um'. 'En' as in 'end', 'doh' as in 'dough', 'thee' as in 'thee', 'lee' as in 'lee', and 'um' as in 'um'.