How to Pronounce "thrombus"
word
ˈθrɑmbəs
THRAHM-buhs
θɹˈɒmbəs
thROM-buhs
Definition
A thrombus is a blood clot that forms inside a blood vessel and can block the flow of blood.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈθrɑmbəs
British English
θɹˈɒmbəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
THRAHM-buhs
UK
thROM-buhs
Listen in Context
A thrombus can block blood flow in the artery.
The doctor found a thrombus during the scan.
A thrombus is dangerous if it forms in the heart.
He was rushed to the hospital because a thrombus blocked his vein.