How to Pronounce Sebaceous Gland
Definition, meaning, and phonetic spelling
Sebaceous Gland Pronunciation
seh-BAY-shus gland
Stressed syllable in ALL CAPS · hyphens separate syllables
Syllable Breakdown
seh
BAY
stress here
shus gland
3 syllables
What is Sebaceous Gland?
An oil gland attached to hair follicles throughout most of the skin that secretes sebum, a waxy substance that lubricates and waterproofs the skin and hair; overactive glands contribute to acne.
Questions About Sebaceous Gland
How do you pronounce 'sebaceous gland'?
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Say it like this: seh-BAY-shus gland. The first word has three syllables, and you stress the middle one—BAY. The second word, gland, rhymes with 'hand' and is said as one short syllable.
Which syllable in 'sebaceous' do people usually stress by mistake?
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Many people accidentally stress the first syllable and say 'SEH-bay-shus,' but the correct way is to stress the second syllable: seh-BAY-shus. Remember that the BAY part gets the emphasis.
What does 'sebaceous' come from?
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The word 'sebaceous' comes from the Latin word 'sebum,' which means a greasy or oily substance. The '-aceous' ending is a Latin suffix that means 'full of' or 'made of.' So 'sebaceous' literally means 'full of oil.'
How many syllables does 'sebaceous' have?
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The word 'sebaceous' has three syllables: se-bay-shus. Breaking it down this way can help you pronounce it more smoothly and remember where the stress belongs.
What is a simpler way to describe what a sebaceous gland does?
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A sebaceous gland is basically an oil gland in your skin. It makes and releases a greasy substance that keeps your skin and hair soft and protected from water and dryness.
What are related words that share the 'sebaceous' root?
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The word 'sebum' (the oily substance itself) is directly related and shares the same Latin root. You might also hear 'seborrheic,' which describes a condition related to oily skin, and it uses the same 'sebum' root.
Can you use 'sebaceous gland' in a sentence?
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Sure! Here's an example: 'The doctor explained that a sebaceous gland is found at the base of most hair follicles on your skin.' This helps show where the gland is located and what it connects to.
Is there a short way to say 'sebaceous gland'?
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Not really—there isn't a common abbreviation for this term. Medical professionals and textbooks usually say or write out the full phrase 'sebaceous gland' to be clear and precise.