How to Pronounce "hilum"
word
ˈhaɪ.ləm
HY-lum
ˈhaɪ.ləm
HY-lum
Definition
The hilum is a small area on an organ (like a kidney, lung, or seed) where blood vessels, nerves, or other structures enter or leave.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhaɪ.ləm
British English
ˈhaɪ.ləm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HY-lum
UK
HY-lum
Listen in Context
The kidney has a hilum where blood vessels enter.
The hilum of the lung connects to the bronchus and arteries.
Seeds have a hilum that looks like a small scar.
Doctors check the hilum during a lung X-ray to look for problems.