Pronunciation of 'Rheumatology'
The word 'Rheumatology' refers to the branch of medicine that deals with the diagnosis and treatment of rheumatic diseases, which affect joints, muscles, and connective tissues.
Word Origin
The term 'Rheumatology' originates from the Greek word 'rheuma,' meaning 'that which flows,' and '-logy,' meaning 'study of.'
Pronunciation Details
English (United States)
The medical specialty focused on diseases of the joints, muscles, and connective tissues.
Pronounced as ‘roo-muh-TOL-uh-jee,’ with stress on the third syllable. ‘Roo’ as in ‘room,’ ‘muh’ as in ‘mother,’ ‘tol’ as in ‘tall,’ and ‘jee’ as in ‘gee.’