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amygdala
Definition:
(nou) an almond-shaped neural structure in the anterior part of the temporal lobe of the cerebrum; intimately connected with the hypothalamus and the hippocampus and the cingulate gyrus; as part of the limbic system it plays an important role
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The amygdala is a critical structure in emotional arousal.
The presence of Crf in the amygdala is associated with stress and anxiety.
The amygdala modulates the encoding, storage, and retrieval of episodic memory.
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Common mistakes of amygdala pronunciation
- Incorrect stress placement: Many people place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "a-MY-gdala" instead of the correct "A-myg-dala" (/əˈmɪɡ.də.lə/ in US, /əˈmɪɡ.dəl.ə/ in UK). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable.
- Missing vowel sounds: Some may omit the unstressed vowel in the second syllable, pronouncing it as "amygdle" instead of "amygdala". This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying all syllables clearly, including the "g" sound.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is to overemphasize the "g" sound, leading to "a-MIG-dala". This is incorrect as it disrupts the flow. Tip: Keep the "g" soft and connected to the following "d".
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- Mispronouncing the final "a": People often pronounce the last "a" as a hard "a" sound, saying "amygdalA" instead of the softer "amygdala". Tip: Ensure the final "a" is pronounced lightly to maintain the correct pronunciation.