How to Pronounce "foramen"
word
fɝˈeɪmən
fer-AY-muhn
fˈɔːɹeɪmˌɛn
faw-RAY-men
Definition
A foramen is a natural opening or hole in a bone or other structure in the body, often allowing the passage of nerves or blood vessels.
IPA Transcription
American English
fɝˈeɪmən
British English
fˈɔːɹeɪmˌɛn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
fer-AY-muhn
UK
faw-RAY-men
Listen in Context
The foramen in the skull lets nerves pass through.
Every vertebra has a foramen for the spinal cord.
Blood vessels travel through the foramen.
Doctors pay close attention to the foramen size when checking for nerve problems.