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acne
Definition:
(nou) an inflammatory disease involving the sebaceous glands of the skin; characterized by papules or pustules or comedones
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈækni
Examples:
An imbalance of defensins in the skin may contribute to acne.
The oil relieves the symptoms of dry skin, psoriasis, eczema and acne.
The tendency to develop acne runs in families.
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Common mistakes of acne pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners place the stress incorrectly on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ac-NE". The correct pronunciation is "ˈæk.ni" with the stress on the first syllable. Tip: Focus on saying "ac" louder and clearer.
- Vowel confusion: A common mistake is mispronouncing the vowel sound, using "a" as in "face". In "acne", the first vowel is pronounced as "æ" (like in "cat"). Tip: Practice saying "cat" before "acne" to get the right sound.
- Adding extra syllables: Some may mistakenly pronounce "acne" as "ac-nee", adding an unnecessary syllable. The correct pronunciation is "ˈæk.ni", which has only two syllables. Tip: Break it down into "ack" and "nee" without adding extra sounds.
- Dropping the "n": A frequent error is omitting the "n" sound, resulting in "ac-e". The correct form is "ˈæk.ni", where the "n" is essential. Tip: Emphasize the "n" when practicing to ensure it is heard clearly.
- Overemphasizing the ending: Learners sometimes stress the ending too much, saying "ac-nay". The correct pronunciation is "ˈæk.ni" with a softer ending. Tip: Keep the final "ni" light and quick to avoid overemphasis.