How to Pronounce "haematoma"
word
hee-muh-TOH-muh
hee-muh-TOH-muh
Definition
A haematoma is a collection of blood outside of blood vessels, usually caused by an injury, that forms a lump or bruise under the skin or inside the body.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌhiːməˈtoʊmə
British English
hˌiːmɐtˈəʊmɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
hee-muh-TOH-muh
UK
hee-muh-TOH-muh
Listen in Context
The doctor found a small haematoma on his arm.
A haematoma can occur after a fall or accident.
The swelling was caused by a haematoma under the skin.
If the haematoma gets bigger or becomes painful, you should visit a doctor.