How to Pronounce "spleen"
word
/ˈspɫin/
spleen
/splˈiːn/
spleen
Definition
An organ in the abdomen that filters blood and is part of the immune system. Figuratively, it means bad temper or spite, as in 'vent one's spleen'.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈspɫin/
British English
/splˈiːn/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
spleen
UK
spleen
Listen in Context
The doctor examined his spleen during the check-up.
The spleen helps fight infections in the body.
He needed surgery after his spleen ruptured in the accident.
She vented her spleen on social media after being passed over for the promotion.