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diagnosis
Definition:
(nou) identifying the nature or cause of some phenomenon
Phonetic Transcription:
ˌdaɪəɡˈnəʊsɪs
Examples:
The diagnosis and treatment of ocular allergy.
Modern trends in the diagnosis and treatment of influenza.
He has a special interest in the diagnosis and treatment of epilepsy.
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Common mistakes of diagnosis pronunciation
- Stress misplacement: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "diag-'no-sis". The correct pronunciation is "ˌdaɪəgˈnoʊsɪs" (US) and "ˌdaɪəgˈnəʊsɪs" (UK). Tip: Remember to emphasize the third syllable.
- Vowel confusion: Some people pronounce the first syllable as "die" instead of "ˌdaɪə". This can lead to miscommunication. Tip: Practice the "ˌdaɪə" sound to ensure clarity.
- Missing syllables: A common mistake is omitting the "g" sound, leading to "dia-nosis". The correct form is "ˌdaɪəgˈnoʊsɪs" (US) or "ˌdaɪəgˈnəʊsɪs" (UK). Tip: Focus on pronouncing all syllables clearly.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners confuse the "o" sound in the third syllable, mispronouncing it as "a" in "diag-nosis". The correct sound is "oʊ" (US) or "əʊ" (UK). Tip: Listen to native speakers to catch the subtle differences.
- Final "s" sound: A frequent error is pronouncing the final "s" too softly, making it sound like "diagnosi". The proper pronunciation ends with a clear "s" sound. Tip: Practice saying "diagnosis" slowly, emphasizing the final syllable.