How to Pronounce "capillary"
word
ˈkæpəˌɫɛɹi
KUH-puh-lehr-ee
kˈæpɪləɹi
KAP-uh-luh-ree
Definition
A capillary is a very thin blood vessel that connects small arteries and small veins, allowing the exchange of substances between blood and tissues. The word can also describe any very thin tube or strand.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈkæpəˌɫɛɹi
British English
kˈæpɪləɹi
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KUH-puh-lehr-ee
UK
KAP-uh-luh-ree
Listen in Context
Blood travels through tiny capillaries to reach every cell.
An injury to a capillary may cause a small bruise.
Capillary action can make water move up a thin tube.
Doctors check your capillaries to see if your blood is flowing properly.