word
Medical
Rheumatology
roo-muh-TOL-uh-jee
/ˌruːməˈtɒlədʒi/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
rheumatology
Dictionary meaning
The branch of medicine dealing with joints, muscles, and autoimmune conditions.
Examples
- She was referred to rheumatology for her arthritis.
Pronunciation tips
- The 'rh' is a simple 'r'.
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