Pronunciation of 'Nephrology'
The word 'Nephrology' is pronounced as /nɛˈfrɑːlədʒi/ in English (en-US). It refers to the branch of medicine that deals with the physiology and diseases of the kidneys.
Word Origin
The term 'Nephrology' originates from the Greek words 'nephros' (νεφρός), meaning 'kidney,' and 'logia' (λογία), meaning 'study of.'
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
The branch of medicine concerned with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of kidney diseases.
Pronounced as 'neh-FRAW-luh-jee.' 'Neh' as in 'net,' 'fraw' with an open 'a' sound, and 'luh-jee' with a soft 'j.'