How to Pronounce "thoracic"
word
θɔˈɹæsɪk
thuh-RASS-ik
θɔːɹˈæsɪk
thaw-RASS-ik
Definition
Related to the thorax, which is the part of the body between the neck and the abdomen that contains the lungs and heart.
IPA Transcription
American English
θɔˈɹæsɪk
British English
θɔːɹˈæsɪk
Simplified Pronunciation
US
thuh-RASS-ik
UK
thaw-RASS-ik
Listen in Context
The doctor said the pain is in the thoracic area.
He had a thoracic injury after the car accident.
The lungs are found in the thoracic cavity.
After lifting the heavy box, he felt a sharp thoracic pain.