How to Pronounce "pituitary"
word
pəˈtuəˌtɛɹi/, /pɪˈtuɪˌtɛɹi
puh-TOO-uh-ter-ee
pɪtjˈuːɪtəɹi
pi-TYOO-i-tuh-ree
Definition
Relating to the pituitary gland, a small organ at the base of the brain that produces hormones controlling growth and other body functions.
IPA Transcription
American English
pəˈtuəˌtɛɹi/, /pɪˈtuɪˌtɛɹi
British English
pɪtjˈuːɪtəɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
puh-TOO-uh-ter-ee
UK
pi-TYOO-i-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
The pituitary gland controls the body's growth.
Doctors study the pituitary to understand hormone problems.
A pituitary tumor can affect many body functions.
If your pituitary isn’t working right, you might feel tired all the time.