How do you spell Bronchitis?
Correct spelling
bronchitis
Remember: Greek 'ch' sounds like 'k' - bronc(k)itis, windpipe inflammation
Why is bronchitis spelled this way?
From Greek bronchos (windpipe) + itis (inflammation). The 'ch' pronounced as 'k' follows the Greek pattern. One of the more phonetically misleading medical terms.
Common misspellings of bronchitis
bronkitisbroncitisbronchitusbranchitis
Example
The doctor diagnosed him with bronchitis after hearing the persistent cough and wheezing.