How to Pronounce "platelets"
word
ˈpɫeɪtɫəts
PLAYT-luts
plˈeɪtləts
PLAYT-luts
Definition
Platelets are small cell fragments in the blood that help stop bleeding by forming clots.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈpɫeɪtɫəts
British English
plˈeɪtləts
Simplified Pronunciation
US
PLAYT-luts
UK
PLAYT-luts
Listen in Context
Platelets help stop bleeding when you get a cut.
A low platelet count can make you bleed easily.
Doctors can give platelet transfusions to patients who need them.
His platelet levels dropped after the surgery, so they kept him in the hospital.