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acetabulum
Definition:
(nou) the cup-shaped hollow in the hipbone into which the head of the femur fits to form a ball-and-socket joint
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Anterior to the acetabulum, the integumental surfaces are devoid of spines.
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Common mistakes of acetabulum pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce "acetabulum" with an incorrect vowel sound in the first syllable, saying "a-suh-tab-yuh-lum" instead of the correct "ˌæs.ɪˈtæb.jə.ləm". Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound, similar to "cat".
- Misplaced stress: A common mistake is placing stress on the wrong syllable, saying "a-ce-ta-bu-lum" instead of "ˌæs.ɪˈtæb.jə.ləm". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable, "tæb".
- Overpronouncing consonants: Some learners may overpronounce the "c" and "t" sounds, making "acetabulum" sound too choppy, like "a-se-ta-bu-lum". Tip: Aim for a smoother transition between sounds, particularly in the "tæb" syllable.
- Skipping syllables: It's common to drop the "i" in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "as-ta-bu-lum". The correct pronunciation is "ˌæs.ɪˈtæb.jə.ləm". Tip: Ensure you articulate each syllable clearly to avoid omissions.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners may confuse "acetabulum" with similar-sounding words like "acetate". The correct IPA is "ˌæs.ɪˈtæb.jə.ləm" for "acetabulum". Tip: Pay attention to the specific vowel and syllable patterns to distinguish them.