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allergy
Definition:
(nou) hypersensitivity reaction to a particular allergen; symptoms can vary greatly in intensity
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈælədʒi
Examples:
The medication may cause skin allergy and sensitization.
He eventually dies at the end of the first series due to a medical allergy.
Allergology is the study of allergy and hypersensitivity.
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Common mistakes of allergy pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "AL-ler-gy" /ˈæl.ər.dʒi/. The correct stress is on the second syllable: "al-LER-gy" /əˈlɜːr.dʒi/. Tip: Practice saying the word slowly, emphasizing the second syllable.
- Overpronouncing the "g": Some learners tend to overemphasize the "g" in "allergy," making it sound like "all-er-GEE" /ˈæl.ər.dʒi/. The "g" should be soft and connected to the next sound. Tip: Focus on blending the "g" smoothly into the following "y" sound.
- Missing the schwa sound: In "allergy," the "a" in the first syllable is a schwa /ə/, often mispronounced as a clear "a" sound. This can lead to a mispronunciation like "A-lur-gy." Tip: Remember that unstressed syllables often use the schwa sound for a more natural pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some people pronounce the "e" in the second syllable too strongly, saying "al-ER-gy" /ælˈɜːr.dʒi/. The correct pronunciation has a more relaxed vowel sound. Tip: Listen to native speakers to hear the subtle differences in vowel pronunciation.
- Ignoring the "y" sound: Learners sometimes neglect the "y" at the end, pronouncing it as "allergy" /ˈæl.ər.dʒi/ without a clear "ee" sound. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure that the "y" is pronounced clearly, as it completes the word.