How to Pronounce "septum"

word

ˈsɛptəm

SEP-tum

sˈɛptəm

SEP-tum

Definition

A septum is a wall or partition dividing two spaces or structures in the body, such as the cartilage wall inside the nose that separates the two nostrils.

IPA Transcription

American English

ˈsɛptəm

British English

sˈɛptəm

Simplified Pronunciation

SEP-tum

Listen in Context

Your nose has a septum that separates the two nostrils.

A thick septum can make breathing difficult.

Doctors can repair a damaged septum through surgery.

He has a deviated septum, so he sometimes snores loudly.