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How to pronounce:
congenital
Phonetic Transcription:
kənˈdʒenɪtəl
Examples:
The second is a congenital malformation of the stapes.
It is persistance to adult age of congenital infection in the heifer.
MR imaging of congenital anomalies of the pediatric spine.
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Common mistakes of congenital pronunciation
- Stress placement: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "con-ˈgen-i-tal." The correct stress is on the third syllable, "con-ˌgen-ˈi-tal." Tip: Practice emphasizing "i" to master the correct rhythm.
- Vowel confusion: Some may pronounce the "e" in the second syllable as "ee," leading to "con-ˈgeen-i-tal." The correct pronunciation is with a short "e," as in "con-ˌgen-ˈi-tal." Tip: Focus on the "e" sounding like "eh" to avoid confusion.
- Missing syllable: A common mistake is omitting the second syllable, resulting in "con-ˈgen-tal." The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "con-ˌgen-ˈi-tal." Tip: Break the word into syllables while practicing to ensure each is pronounced.
- Final "t" sound: Some speakers may soften the final "t," saying "congeni-ˈal." The correct pronunciation retains the "t" sound clearly, as in "con-ˌgen-ˈi-tal." Tip: Pay attention to the end of the word to ensure clarity.
- Incorrect vowel length: Learners might pronounce the "i" in the third syllable as a long vowel, saying "con-gen-i-ˈtal." The correct pronunciation uses a short vowel sound, "con-ˌgen-ˈi-tal." Tip: Practice saying the "i" quickly to keep it short.