How to Pronounce "rectus"
word
ˈrɛktəs
REK-tuhs
ɹˈɛktəs
REK-tuhs
Definition
'Rectus' refers to a type of straight muscle in the body, such as the rectus abdominis. It is also used in medical and anatomical terms for muscles that are straight or upright.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈrɛktəs
British English
ɹˈɛktəs
Simplified Pronunciation
US
REK-tuhs
UK
REK-tuhs
Listen in Context
The rectus abdominis helps you bend forward.
Doctors examine the rectus muscle during a physical exam.
In biology class, we learned about the rectus muscles in the eye.
My trainer says I need to stretch my rectus abdominis after workouts.