Cómo Pronunciar "epiglottis"
word
ˌɛpɪˈɡlɑtɪs
ep-ih-GLAH-tis
ˌɛpɪɡlˈɒtiz
ep-ih-GLOT-iz
Definición
The epiglottis is a small flap of tissue in your throat that covers your windpipe when you swallow, so that food does not go into your lungs.
Transcripción IPA
Inglés Americano
ˌɛpɪˈɡlɑtɪs
Inglés Británico
ˌɛpɪɡlˈɒtiz
Pronunciación Simplificada
EE.UU.
ep-ih-GLAH-tis
UK
ep-ih-GLOT-iz
Escucha en Contexto
The epiglottis keeps food from going into the windpipe.
Doctors can see the epiglottis during an exam of the throat.
The epiglottis is very important for safe swallowing.
If your epiglottis is swollen, you may have trouble breathing or swallowing.