Como Pronunciar "tonsillectomy"
word
ˌtɑnsɪˈɫɛktəˌmi
taan-si-LEK-tuh-mee
tˌɒnsɪlˈɛktəmi
ton-si-LEK-tuh-mee
Definição
A tonsillectomy is a surgical operation to remove the tonsils, which are two small glands at the back of the throat. It is often done to treat repeated throat infections or breathing problems.
Transcrição IPA
Inglês Americano
ˌtɑnsɪˈɫɛktəˌmi
Inglês Britânico
tˌɒnsɪlˈɛktəmi
Pronúncia Simplificada
EUA
taan-si-LEK-tuh-mee
UK
ton-si-LEK-tuh-mee
Ouça em Contexto
I had a tonsillectomy when I was ten years old.
A tonsillectomy can help children who get sore throats often.
The doctor explained why a tonsillectomy was necessary.
After the tonsillectomy, I could finally eat ice cream without pain.