Word Pronunciation & Dictionary

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What does sternotomy mean?
An incision into the sternum.
Where does sternotomy come from?
From sterno- + -tomy.

How to pronounce sternotomy

  1. Open the pronunciation page — Open the Speakur entry for “sternotomy”.
  2. Read the phonetic spelling — Read the IPA spelling () so you know which sounds to aim for.
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  4. Repeat and practice — Say “sternotomy” aloud, matching stress and vowels until it feels natural.