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diaphragm
Definition:
(nou) a mechanical device in a camera that controls size of aperture of the lens (nou) a muscular partition separating the abdominal and thoracic cavities; functions in respiration (nou) a contraceptive device consisting of a flexible dome-shaped cup made of rubber or plastic; it is filled with spermicide and fitted over the uterine cervix (nou) electro-acoustic transducer that vibrates to receive or produce sound waves
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This measures the contraction of the diaphragm.
A plunger in the syringe inflates the diaphragm.
The diaphragm is crucial for breathing and respiration.
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Common mistakes of diaphragm pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "di-ˈa-fragm." The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈdaɪ.ə.fræm." Tip: Focus on the "ˈdaɪ" sound to emphasize the correct syllable.
- Omitting the "h" sound: Some people pronounce "diaphragm" without the "h," saying "ˈdaɪ.ə.fræm" instead of "ˈdaɪ.əˌfræm." This can lead to confusion. Tip: Remember to include the "h" sound after the "a" for clarity.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: The vowel in the second syllable is often mispronounced. Some say "diaphragm" with a long "a" as in "day." The correct sound is a short "ə" as in "sofa." Tip: Practice the second syllable with a quick "ə" sound.
- Confusing "g" pronunciation: Some learners may pronounce the "g" in "diaphragm" as a hard "g" like in "go," instead of the softer "g" sound. The correct pronunciation is "fræm." Tip: Focus on the softer "g" to avoid this mistake.
- Mispronouncing the final "m": A common error is dropping the final "m," leading to "diaphrag." The correct pronunciation includes the "m" sound clearly. Tip: Practice saying the full word slowly to ensure the final "m" is pronounced.