How to Pronounce "artery"
word
/ˈɑɹtɝi/
AR-tuh-ree
/ˈɑːtəɹi/
AH-tuh-ree
Definition
A blood vessel that carries blood away from the heart to different parts of the body. The word can also refer to a main road or route that is very important for transportation.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈɑɹtɝi/
British English
/ˈɑːtəɹi/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AR-tuh-ree
UK
AH-tuh-ree
Listen in Context
The doctor explained that an artery carries blood away from the heart.
The largest artery in the body is the aorta.
A blocked artery can cause serious health problems.
Main Street is the city's main artery for traffic.