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alopecia
Definition:
(nou) loss of hair (especially on the head) or loss of wool or feathers; in humans it can result from heredity or hormonal imbalance or certain diseases or drugs and treatments (chemotherapy for cancer)
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Common mistakes of alopecia pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "al-o-PEE-sha" /ˌæləˈpiːʃə/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: "al-o-PEE-sha" /ˌæləˈpiːʃə/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "PEE" to pronounce it correctly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some might pronounce "alopecia" with a short "a" at the beginning, saying "a-lo-PEE-sha" /əˌloʊˈpiːʃə/. The initial sound should be a schwa /æ/, making it "al-o-PEE-sha". Tip: Practice saying "al" as in "apple" to get the right sound.
- Overemphasizing the ending: People sometimes stress the last syllable too much, saying "al-o-pee-SHA" /ˌæləˈpiːʃə/. The correct pronunciation keeps the final syllable lighter: "al-o-PEE-sha". Tip: Keep the last syllable soft and quick.
- Ignoring the "h": Some may pronounce "alopecia" as "alopecia" /ˌæləˈpeɪʃə/, dropping the "h" sound. The "h" should be clearly pronounced: "al-o-PEE-sha" /ˌæləˈpiːʃə/. Tip: Make sure to include the "h" to maintain clarity.
- Mixing up syllable count: A common mistake is to add or drop syllables, resulting in "alopeca" /ˌæləˈpɛkə/. "Alopecia" has four syllables, not three. Tip: Break it down into "al-o-PEE-sha" to keep track of each syllable.