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anal
Examples:
The anal retentive character is the opposite of an anally expulsive character.
Anal retentive gets its name from the anal stage of development.
As a result, excrement bypasses the anal stricture.
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Common mistakes of anal pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Some learners place stress on the second syllable, saying "a-'nal" instead of ""anal". Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the first syllable, as indicated by IPA: /ˈeɪ.nəl/ (US), /ˈeɪ.nəl/ (UK).
- Confusing vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing the first vowel sound incorrectly, saying "an-al" with a short "a". Tip: Focus on the long "a" sound /eɪ/ in "anal" to ensure clarity.
- Overemphasizing the second syllable: Some may overly stress the second syllable, making it sound like "a-nal". Tip: Keep the second syllable light and quick, as in /ˈeɪ.nəl/, to maintain the correct rhythm.
- Incorrectly pronouncing "a": Learners sometimes pronounce the "a" in "anal" as a short "a" like in "cat". Tip: Use the long "a" sound /eɪ/ instead, which is crucial for proper pronunciation.
- Adding extra syllables: Some might mistakenly say "a-na-l" with three syllables. Tip: Stick to the two-syllable pronunciation /ˈeɪ.nəl/ to avoid confusion and ensure correct articulation.