/aɾteˈɾjal/
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Translation
arterial
Word origin
From arteria, from Latin arteria, from Greek arteria ('windpipe, artery'). The same root gives English 'artery' and 'arterial'.
- Origin
- Greek
- Root
- arteria
- English cognates
- artery, arterial
Grammar
Masc pluralarteriales
Examples
midió tensión .
The doctor measured her blood pressure at the appointment.
.
High blood pressure can be dangerous.
venosa.
Arterial blood is a brighter red than venous blood.
sufrió .
The patient suffered a problem in the arterial wall.
¿ frecuencia ?
How often should I check my blood pressure?
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