How to Pronounce "tubal"
word
TOO-buhl
TYOO-buhl
Definition
Relating to a tube, especially the fallopian tubes in the female body. Used mainly in medical contexts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtubəɫ
British English
tjˈuːbəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOO-buhl
UK
TYOO-buhl
Listen in Context
The doctor explained the tubal procedure.
She had a tubal ligation after her third child.
A tubal pregnancy can be dangerous.
Many women choose tubal ligation as a permanent birth control method.