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anosmia

Definition:

(nou) absence of the sense of smell (as by damage to olfactory nasal tissue or the olfactory nerve or by obstruction of the nasal passages)

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These conditions can cause anosmia.

It is sometimes confused with anosmia a loss of the sense of smell.

A related condition is anosmia, in which no odors can be detected.

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Common mistakes of anosmia pronunciation

  1. Incorrect stress placement: Many speakers put stress on the second syllable, saying "a-NOS-mia" instead of the correct "AN-osmia" (ˈæn.ɒz.mi.ə in UK, ˈæn.ɑz.mi.ə in US). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
  2. Mispronouncing the "a": Some pronounce the first "a" as "uh" instead of the correct "an" sound. This leads to saying "uh-NOS-mia." Tip: Focus on producing the "an" sound as in "man" to get it right.
  3. Overemphasizing the "o": Some learners stress the "o" too much, saying "an-OS-mia." The correct pronunciation has a lighter "o" sound. Tip: Keep the "o" subtle, almost like a quick "uh" sound.
  4. Skipping the last syllable: It's common to drop the "mia," resulting in "an-osm." This omission changes the word entirely. Tip: Make sure to pronounce all parts, ending with "mia" clearly.
  5. Confusing "anosmia" with similar words: Some confuse "anosmia" with "hyposmia" or "osmophobia." Each has a distinct meaning and pronunciation. Tip: Familiarize yourself with the differences in both meaning and sound to avoid mix-ups.

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How do you pronounce "anosmia" correctly?

The word "anosmia" is pronounced as /əˈnɒz.mi.ə/ in UK English and /əˈnɑːz.mi.ə/ in US English. The primary stress is on the second syllable, which sounds like "nawz" in US and "noz" in UK.

What are the syllables in "anosmia"?

"Anosmia" has four syllables: "a-nos-mi-a." When saying the word, make sure to articulate each syllable clearly, especially the stressed second syllable.

Is there a schwa sound in "anosmia"?

Yes, the first syllable "a" in "anosmia" is pronounced with a schwa sound /ə/, which is a neutral vowel sound. This makes the pronunciation smoother and more fluid.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "anosmia"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the wrong syllable, such as saying /ˈæn.oz.mi.ə/ instead of /əˈnɒz.mi.ə/. Always emphasize the second syllable to pronounce it correctly.
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