How to Pronounce Mediastinum

To pronounce "mediastinum", say MED-iast-in-um — 4 syllables, IPA /ˌmiːdi.əˈstaɪnəm/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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Syllables

11

Letters

/ˌmiːdi.əˈstaɪnəm/

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💡 Tip for remembering “mediastinum”

"mediastinum" has 4 syllables: med-iast-in-um.

What does mediastinum mean?

noun

  1. The region in mammals between the pleural sacs, containing the heart and all of the thoracic viscera except the lungs.

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "mediastinum"?▾

"Mediastinum" has 4 syllables: med · iast · in · um.

What is the IPA transcription of "mediastinum"?▾

The IPA transcription of "mediastinum" is /ˌmiːdi.əˈstaɪnəm/.

What does "mediastinum" mean?▾

Mediastinum: The region in mammals between the pleural sacs, containing the heart and all of the thoracic viscera except the lungs.

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