Como Pronunciar "epiglottis"
word
ep-ih-GLAH-tis
ep-ih-GLOT-iz
Definição
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.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˌɛpɪˈɡlɑtɪs
Inglês Britânico
ˌɛpɪɡlˈɒtiz
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
ep-ih-GLAH-tis
UK
ep-ih-GLOT-iz
Ouça em 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.