How to Pronounce "cardiopulmonary"
word
kar-dee-oh-PUHL-muh-nair-ee
kaa-dee-oh-PUHL-muh-nuh-ree
Definition
Relating to the heart and lungs together. Often used in medical contexts to describe conditions, treatments, or procedures involving both organs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌkɑɹdioʊˈpʊɫməˌnɛɹi
British English
kˈɑːdɪˌəʊpəlmˌɒnəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
kar-dee-oh-PUHL-muh-nair-ee
UK
kaa-dee-oh-PUHL-muh-nuh-ree
Listen in Context
Doctors performed cardiopulmonary resuscitation after the patient collapsed.
The hospital has special equipment for cardiopulmonary support.
Smoking increases the risk of cardiopulmonary diseases.
My uncle needed cardiopulmonary rehab after his surgery.