How to Pronounce "splenic"
word
ˈspɫɛnɪk/, /ˈspɫinɪk
SPLEN-ik or SPLEE-nik
splˈɛnɪk
spl-EN-ik
Definition
Relating to the spleen, an organ in the upper left part of your abdomen that is part of the immune system.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈspɫɛnɪk/, /ˈspɫinɪk
British English
splˈɛnɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
SPLEN-ik or SPLEE-nik
UK
spl-EN-ik
Listen in Context
The splenic artery supplies blood to the spleen.
The doctor checked for splenic injury after the accident.
She has a splenic condition that needs monitoring.
After surgery, the doctors kept a close eye on any splenic complications.