How to Pronounce "arachnoid"
word
əˈræk.nɔɪd
uh-RAK-noid
ɐɹˈæknɔɪd
uh-RAK-noyd
Definition
Arachnoid usually refers to something relating to spiders, or more specifically, the thin, web-like membrane covering the brain and spinal cord in humans and animals.
IPA Transcription
American English
əˈræk.nɔɪd
British English
ɐɹˈæknɔɪd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
uh-RAK-noid
UK
uh-RAK-noyd
Listen in Context
The arachnoid membrane helps protect the brain.
Doctors can see the arachnoid layer in brain scans.
The arachnoid is one of three membranes covering the brain.
An infection in the arachnoid can cause serious health problems.