How to Pronounce "distal"
word
ˈdɪstəɫ
DIS-tuhl
dɪstˈæl
dis-TAL
Definition
Describes something that is farther away from the center of the body or from a starting point, especially used in anatomy to compare locations on limbs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈdɪstəɫ
British English
dɪstˈæl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
DIS-tuhl
UK
dis-TAL
Listen in Context
The fingers are distal to the shoulder.
Her toes are the most distal parts of her legs.
In anatomy, the wrist is distal to the elbow.
If the pain is in the distal end of your arm, it's probably your hand or fingers.