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blepharitis

Definition:

(nou) inflammation of the eyelids characterized by redness and swelling and dried crusts

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Posterior blepharitis or rosacea associated blepharitis.

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Common mistakes of blepharitis pronunciation

  1. Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "blepharitis" as /blɛfəˈraɪtɪs/. The correct stress is on the third syllable: /ˌblɛf.əˈraɪ.tɪs/. Tip: Focus on emphasizing "ra" in "blepharitis".
  2. Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "blepharitis" with a short "e", like /ˌblɛf.əˈrɪtɪs/. The correct pronunciation uses a schwa sound in the second syllable: /ˌblɛf.əˈraɪ.tɪs/. Tip: Practice saying "bleph" with a soft "e" sound.
  3. Omitting syllables: A common mistake is to say "blepharitis" as /ˌblɛfˈraɪtɪs/, dropping the second syllable. This alters the word's meaning. Tip: Remember to pronounce all syllables clearly, especially the "ə" in "blepharitis".
  4. Confusing "ph" with "f": Some may pronounce "blepharitis" as /ˌblef.əˈraɪtɪs/, using an "f" sound instead of the "ph" sound. The correct pronunciation is /ˌblɛf.əˈraɪ.tɪs/. Tip: Think of "ph" as a "f" sound, but ensure clarity in "bleph".
  5. Mispronouncing "itis": People often say "itis" as /ˈaɪ.tɪs/ instead of /ˈaɪ.tɪs/. This can lead to confusion. Tip: Keep the "i" sound short and clear in "itis" to maintain the correct pronunciation in "blepharitis".

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How do you pronounce "blepharitis"?

The pronunciation of "blepharitis" is /ˌblɛf.əˈraɪ.tɪs/. The stress is on the third syllable, "ra," making it sound like "blef-uh-RYE-tis."

Is there a difference in pronunciation of "blepharitis" between American and British English?

There is no significant difference in the pronunciation of "blepharitis" between American and British English; both use /ˌblɛf.əˈraɪ.tɪs/. The syllables and stress remain the same in both variants.

What are the syllables in "blepharitis"?

The word "blepharitis" has five syllables: "bleph," "a," "ri," "tis." When pronounced, it can be broken down as /ˌblɛf.əˈraɪ.tɪs/, emphasizing the "ra" syllable.

Are there any common mistakes people make when pronouncing "blepharitis"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress, often saying "BLEF-uh-ritis" instead of "blef-uh-RYE-tis." It's important to remember that the primary stress is on the "ra" syllable to ensure correct pronunciation.