How to Pronounce "nephrology"
word
nɛˈfrɑlədʒi
nef-RAW-luh-jee
nɛˈfrɒlədʒi
nef-ROL-uh-jee
Definition
The branch of medicine that deals with the study, diagnosis, and treatment of kidney diseases.
IPA Transcription
American English
nɛˈfrɑlədʒi
British English
nɛˈfrɒlədʒi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
nef-RAW-luh-jee
UK
nef-ROL-uh-jee
Listen in Context
Nephrology focuses on the study of kidneys.
He chose to specialize in nephrology after medical school.
A doctor who works in nephrology treats kidney problems.
I was referred to the hospital's nephrology department for more tests.