How to Pronounce "rectal"
word
ˈɹɛktəɫ
REK-tuhl
ɹˈɛktəl
REK-tuhl
Definition
Relating to or located in the rectum, which is the final section of the large intestine.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɹɛktəɫ
British English
ɹˈɛktəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REK-tuhl
UK
REK-tuhl
Listen in Context
The doctor performed a rectal exam to check for problems.
He took his temperature using a rectal thermometer.
There was some rectal bleeding after the procedure.
A rectal suppository works faster than a pill because it absorbs quickly.