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chelation
Definition:
(nou) the process of removing a heavy metal from the bloodstream by means of a chelate as in treating lead or mercury poisoning (nou) the process of forming a ring by forming one or more hydrogen bonds
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Slightly strangely chelation therapy.
But chelation therapy has additional advantages.
Body cleansing is not heavy metal chelation.
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Common mistakes of chelation pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Some learners stress the second syllable, saying "che-LA-tion" instead of the correct "CHE-la-tion" (ˈkiː.leɪ.ʃən in US, ˌkiːˈleɪ.ʃən in UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: A common mistake is pronouncing the first syllable as "che" with a short "e" sound, like "chuh". The correct pronunciation starts with a long "ee" sound. Tip: Practice saying "key" to get the right vowel sound.
- Omitting the "t" sound: Some speakers drop the "t" in the second syllable, saying "chelation" as "chela-tion". This alters the meaning and clarity. Tip: Make sure to pronounce the "t" clearly for proper articulation.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners sometimes confuse "chelation" with "chelation" (ˈkiː.leɪ.ʃən) and "chelation" (ʃɪˈleɪ.ʃən), leading to misunderstandings. Tip: Focus on the context and the correct pronunciation to avoid confusion.
- Mispronouncing the final "tion": Some people pronounce "tion" as "shun" instead of the correct "shən" in "chelation" (ˈkiː.leɪ.ʃən). Tip: Practice with other words ending in "tion" to master this sound.