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alendronate
Definition:
(nou) a tablet (trade name Fosamax) prescribed to prevent or treat osteoporosis in women after menopause
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Common mistakes of alendronate pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many people place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-LEN-dronate" instead of the correct "a-LEN-dro-nate" (ˌæl.ɛnˈdroʊ.neɪt in US, ˌæl.ɛnˈdrɒ.nət in UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the third syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the second syllable as "drone" instead of "dron" (ˈdrɒn in UK). This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Focus on the "o" sounding like "ah" rather than "oh."
- Syllable omission: A common mistake is dropping the last syllable, resulting in "alendron" instead of "alendronate" (ˈæl.ɛn.drə.neɪt). This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to ensure each syllable is pronounced.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some may pronounce the final "ate" as "it" instead of "ate" (ˈeɪt). This changes the word entirely. Tip: Remember that "ate" in "alendronate" has a long "a" sound, similar to "gate."
- Consonant blending: People sometimes blend the "d" and "r" sounds, pronouncing it as "alendronate" with a soft "dr" sound. This can confuse listeners. Tip: Clearly articulate the "d" and "r" separately to maintain clarity.