How to Pronounce "femoral"
word
FEM-er-uhl
FEM-uh-ruhl
Definition
Related to the femur, which is the large bone in the upper part of the leg. Used especially for body parts like arteries, veins, or nerves located near the femur.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈfɛˌmɝəɫ
British English
fˈɛməɹəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
FEM-er-uhl
UK
FEM-uh-ruhl
Listen in Context
The doctor checked the femoral artery for a pulse.
She suffered a femoral fracture during the accident.
The femoral nerve is important for leg movement.
Surgeons need to be careful not to damage the femoral vein during the procedure.