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acetabular
Examples:
An acetabular prosthesis for use in an artificial hip joint.
The hip joint includes a femoral component and an acetabular component.
The obturator crest extends from the pubic tubercle to the acetabular notch.
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Common mistakes of acetabular pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "a-ˈcetabular" instead of the correct "ˈacetabular". Tip: Focus on the first syllable to avoid this common error.
- Pronouncing "c" as "s": Some may pronounce "c" in "acetabular" as "s", leading to "a-se-ˈtabular". This is incorrect; the "c" should sound like "k". Tip: Remember that "c" is hard before "e" and "i" in this context.
- Overemphasizing vowels: Learners often overemphasize the vowels, making "acetabular" sound too long and drawn out. The correct pronunciation is more concise: "ˈacetabular". Tip: Practice saying it quickly to achieve the right rhythm.
- Ignoring the "a" sound: Some might skip the "a" in "acetabular," resulting in "cetabular". This mispronunciation omits an important vowel sound. Tip: Clearly articulate each syllable, especially the first "a".
- Incorrectly pronouncing "u": The "u" in "acetabular" is often mispronounced as "yu", leading to "a-ce-ta-ˈbyular". The correct sound is a short "u" as in "cup". Tip: Focus on producing a clear, short "u" sound.