How to Pronounce "intercostal"
word
ˌɪn.təˈkɒs.təl
in-tuh-KAHST-uhl
ˌɪntəkˈɒstəl
in-tuh-KOST-uhl
Definition
Relating to the area or muscles between the ribs.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪn.təˈkɒs.təl
British English
ˌɪntəkˈɒstəl
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-tuh-KAHST-uhl
UK
in-tuh-KOST-uhl
Listen in Context
The intercostal muscles help us breathe.
Pain in the intercostal area can make it hard to move.
Doctors checked his intercostal nerves for injury.
He strained an intercostal muscle playing basketball last week.