How Do You Spell BRONCHIOLUS?

Pronunciation: [bɹˌɒnkɪˈə͡ʊləs] (IPA)

The word "bronchiolus" is spelled with a combination of letters and sounds that may not be immediately apparent to non-native English speakers. The correct pronunciation of this word is /brɒŋ-ki-ˈəʊ-ləs/ or "brahn-kee-OH-luhs". The "ch" in "bronchiolus" is pronounced as a "k" sound, which is a common feature of many medical terms derived from Latin or Greek. The word refers to the small airways in the lungs, and correct spelling and pronunciation is important for medical professionals who need to communicate accurately and effectively with their colleagues and patients.

BRONCHIOLUS Meaning and Definition

1. A bronchiolus is a small airway or passage in the respiratory system that branches off from the bronchi, which are larger tubes in the lungs. These bronchioli are responsible for transporting air to and from the lungs, connecting the bronchi to the alveoli, where the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide takes place.

   Bronchioli are characterized by their smaller diameter and thinner walls compared to the bronchi. They are lined with a layer of ciliated cells and mucus-producing goblet cells, which help to trap foreign particles and move them out of the airways. The cilia beat in coordinated motions, pushing mucus and any trapped particles towards the throat, where they can be swallowed or expelled by coughing.

   The bronchioli are further divided into smaller branches called terminal bronchioles, which eventually reach the alveolar ducts and alveoli. These terminal bronchioles mark the end of the conducting zone of the respiratory system and the beginning of the respiratory zone, where gases are exchanged between the lungs and the blood.

   Any inflammation or obstruction in the bronchioli can lead to respiratory difficulties and reduced airflow, affecting the exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. Conditions like bronchiolitis, bronchiolitis obliterans, or bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia (BOOP) can cause damage to these smaller airways, resulting in symptoms such as shortness of breath, coughing, and wheezing. Treating the underlying cause and managing the symptoms are essential in restoring proper respiratory function.

2. Bronchiole, one of the very small or of the terminal bronchial tubes.

   A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.

Common Misspellings for BRONCHIOLUS

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Etymology of BRONCHIOLUS

The word "bronchiolus" comes from the Latin word "bronchiolus", which means "small bronchus" or "bronchus-like". The term is a diminutive form of "bronchus", which refers to the larger airways in the lungs. The suffix "-olus" is a diminutive suffix in Latin, indicating smallness or similarity. Therefore, "bronchiolus" can be understood as a small or branch-like structure resembling a bronchus.

Similar spelling words for BRONCHIOLUS

• branchless,
• brenschluss,
• Bronchioles.

Plural form of BRONCHIOLUS is BRONCHIOLUSES