Pronunciation of 'Obstetrics and Gynecology'
The term 'Obstetrics and Gynecology' refers to a medical specialty that deals with pregnancy, childbirth, and the health of the female reproductive system. It is pronounced as 'ɑbˈstɛtrɪks ənd ˌgaɪnɪˈkɑlədʒi' in English (en-US).
Word Origin
The word 'Obstetrics' originates from the Latin word 'obstetrix,' meaning 'midwife,' and 'Gynecology' comes from the Greek words 'gynē,' meaning 'woman,' and 'logos,' meaning 'study.'
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
A medical specialty focusing on pregnancy, childbirth, and the health of the female reproductive system.
Pronounced as 'ob-STET-riks and guy-nee-KOL-uh-jee.' 'Obstetrics' has stress on the second syllable, and 'Gynecology' has stress on the third syllable.