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dementia

Definition:

(nou) mental deterioration of organic or functional origin

Phonetic Transcription:

dɪˈmenʃə

Examples:

Prevention of dementia is the attempt to avoid developing dementia.

I have moved the Semantic dementia information to the Semantic dementia page.

He has deteriorated to the point of dementia.

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Common mistakes of dementia pronunciation

Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly place stress on the second syllable, saying "de-MEN-tia." The correct pronunciation is "dɪˈmɛnʧə" in US English and "dɪˈmɛnʃə" in UK English. Tip: Focus on stressing the "men" syllable.
Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce the first syllable as "dee" instead of "di." The correct sound is /dɪ/, not /di/. Tip: Practice saying "dim" to get the right vowel sound.
Omitting the final syllable: A common mistake is dropping the final "tia," leading to "dement." The correct pronunciation includes the full ending, "dementia" /dɪˈmɛnʧə/ (US) or /dɪˈmɛnʃə/ (UK). Tip: Remember to articulate the ending clearly.
Confusing "t" with "ch": Some may pronounce "dementia" with a hard "t," saying "demen-tia." The correct pronunciation uses a "ch" sound, as in "church." Tip: Think of the "ch" in "cheese" when pronouncing "dementia."
Failing to link sounds: When saying "dementia," some speakers may pause awkwardly between syllables. The correct flow connects the sounds smoothly. Tip: Practice saying "dementia" in a fluid manner to improve your pronunciation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you pronounce "dementia" correctly?

The correct pronunciation of "dementia" in American English is /dɪˈmɛnʃə/ with the primary stress on the second syllable. In British English, it is pronounced the same way, /dɪˈmɛnʃə/, making it consistent across both dialects.

What syllable does the stress fall on in "dementia"?

In the word "dementia," the primary stress is on the second syllable, "men." This means that when you say it, "men" should be pronounced louder and longer than the other syllables.

Are there any common mistakes when pronouncing "dementia"?

A common mistake is misplacing the stress on the first syllable, saying "DEMen-tia" instead of the correct "de-MEN-tia." It's important to focus on the correct syllable to ensure clear communication.

Is there a schwa sound in "dementia"?

Yes, the last syllable of "dementia" contains a schwa sound, pronounced as "shə." This sound is often represented by the IPA symbol /ə/, which is a quick and relaxed sound often found in unstressed syllables.