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axilla
Definition:
(nou) the hollow under the arm where it is joined to the shoulder
Examples:
The murmur usually radiates to the axilla.
It is the lateral wall of the axilla.
In the axilla, it is surrounded by the brachial plexus.
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Common mistakes of axilla pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the first syllable, saying "AX-illa" instead of the correct "ax-IL-la" /ækˈsɪl.ə/ (US) /ækˈsɪl.ə/ (UK). Tip: Remember that the primary stress is on the second syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some pronounce "axilla" with an "i" sound, saying "ax-IL-lah". The correct pronunciation is with a schwa sound in the last syllable /ə/. Tip: Practice saying "ax-IL-luh" to get comfortable with the correct vowel sound.
- Omitted syllable: A common mistake is to say "axil" by dropping the last syllable. The full pronunciation is "ax-IL-la" /ækˈsɪl.ə/ (US) /ækˈsɪl.ə/ (UK). Tip: Focus on articulating all three syllables clearly.
- Incorrect vowel length: Some learners incorrectly elongate the "i" in "axilla", saying "ax-EE-la". The correct vowel is shorter, as in "ill". Tip: Practice saying "ax-IL-la" quickly to master the correct vowel length.
- Mispronouncing the "x": Some may mispronounce the "x" as a "z" sound, saying "azilla". The correct sound is /kʌs/ as in "axe". Tip: Remember that "ax" is pronounced like "aks" to avoid this mistake.