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aspirin
Definition:
(nou) the acetylated derivative of salicylic acid; used as an analgesic anti-inflammatory drug (trade names Bayer, Empirin, and St. Joseph) usually taken in tablet form; used as an antipyretic; slows clotting of the blood by poisoning platele
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈæsprɪn
Examples:
So there is the aspirin and water.
The exceptions are aspirin and naproxen.
The most common drug is aspirin.
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Common mistakes of aspirin pronunciation
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some learners pronounce "aspirin" with an "a" as in "cat" instead of the correct "æ" sound as in "bat" (ˈæspərɪn). Tip: Focus on the "æ" sound to improve clarity.
- Misplaced stress: Commonly, people stress the second syllable, saying "as-'PIR-in" instead of the correct "'AS-pir-in" (ˈæspərɪn). Tip: Emphasize the first syllable to match standard pronunciation.
- Overlooking the "r": Some may omit the "r" sound, pronouncing it as "as-pi-in." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Ensure you articulate the "r" clearly in the second syllable.
- Final syllable confusion: A frequent mistake is pronouncing the last syllable as "in" instead of "in" (ˈæspərɪn). Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to maintain the correct ending.
- Regional variations: In some dialects, "aspirin" may be pronounced differently, such as "ˈæspərɪn" in US English and "ˈæspərɪn" in UK English. Tip: Be aware of these variations and adjust your pronunciation based on the audience.