How to Pronounce "intrauterine"
word
in-truh-YOO-ter-in
IN-truh-yoo-tuh-reen
Definition
Relating to or located inside the uterus (womb). This term is often used in medicine to describe something that happens within the uterus, such as intrauterine devices or intrauterine development of a baby.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪntɹəˈjutɝɪn
British English
ˈɪntɹəjˌuːtəɹˌiːn
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-truh-YOO-ter-in
UK
IN-truh-yoo-tuh-reen
Listen in Context
An intrauterine device helps prevent pregnancy.
Fetal growth is monitored for any intrauterine problems.
She chose an intrauterine contraceptive for long-term birth control.
Doctors sometimes recommend an intrauterine test during pregnancy.