How to Pronounce "gluteus"
word
ˈɡluːtiəs
GLOO-tee-uhs
ˈɡluːtɪəs
GLOO-ti-uhs
Definition
The gluteus is a muscle in your buttocks, important for movement and support when standing or walking. There are three muscles in this group: gluteus maximus, medius, and minimus.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɡluːtiəs
British English
ˈɡluːtɪəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
GLOO-tee-uhs
UK
GLOO-ti-uhs
Listen in Context
The gluteus helps you stand up and walk.
Doctors study the gluteus in anatomy class.
The gluteus muscles are very strong.
Doing squats can strengthen your gluteus.