How to Pronounce "tumors"
word
ˈtumɝz
TOO-merz
ˈtjuːməːz
TYOO-muhz
Definition
Tumors are abnormal growths of cells that form lumps or masses in the body. Some tumors can be harmless (benign), while others can be dangerous and grow into cancer (malignant).
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈtumɝz
British English
ˈtjuːməːz
Simplified Pronunciation
US
TOO-merz
UK
TYOO-muhz
Listen in Context
Doctors found two tumors in his lung.
Some tumors can be treated with medicine.
Tumors are not always cancerous.
She's worried because the doctors want to test those tumors they found.