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angina
Definition:
(nou) any disease of the throat or fauces marked by spasmodic attacks of intense suffocative pain (nou) a heart condition marked by paroxysms of chest pain due to reduced oxygen to the heart
Examples:
Unstable angina is a type of angina pectoris that is irregular.
It can cause Prinzmetal's angina.
Allergic angina and allergic myocardial infarction.
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Common mistakes of angina pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "an-ˈjī-nə" instead of the correct "ˈan-ˌjī-nə". Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable for proper pronunciation.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "angina" with a short "a" as in "cat", leading to "ˈæŋ-ˌdʒaɪ-nə". The correct pronunciation uses a long "a" as in "father". Tip: Focus on elongating the "a" sound in the first syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "g": A common mistake is to pronounce the "g" as a hard "g" sound, resulting in "an-ˈgī-nə". The correct sound is a soft "j", as in "jam". Tip: Practice saying "an-ˈjī-nə" to soften the "g".
- Ignoring the "h": Some speakers omit the "h" sound, pronouncing it as "ˈan-ˈjī-nə". This alters the clarity of the word. Tip: Ensure the "h" is lightly pronounced to maintain the correct flow.
- Confusing with similar words: People often confuse "angina" with "angina pectoris" or "angina" (the throat condition), leading to mispronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the context to avoid mixing up the terms and their pronunciations.