How to Pronounce "pericardial"
word
ˌpɛrɪˈkɑːrdiəl
pair-ih-KAR-dee-uhl
pˌɛɹɪkˈɑːdɪəl
peh-rih-KAH-dee-uhl
Definition
Relating to the pericardium, which is the thin sac that surrounds and protects the heart.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌpɛrɪˈkɑːrdiəl
British English
pˌɛɹɪkˈɑːdɪəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
pair-ih-KAR-dee-uhl
UK
peh-rih-KAH-dee-uhl
Listen in Context
The doctor explained the pericardial sac to the patient.
Pericardial fluid helps protect the heart from friction.
An infection can cause pericardial inflammation.
After the accident, doctors checked for pericardial bleeding.