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diphtheria
Definition:
(nou) acute contagious infection caused by the bacterium Corynebacterium diphtheriae; marked by the formation of a false membrane in the throat and other air passages causing difficulty in breathing
Phonetic Transcription:
dɪfˈθɪərɪə
Examples:
It is the target of diphtheria toxin and exotoxin A.
He introduced the use of diphtheria antitoxin.
The boy died at age seven of diphtheria.
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Common mistakes of diphtheria pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "diph-ˈtheria." The correct stress is on the third syllable: "diph-ˈther-ia." Tip: Remember the stress pattern by saying "diph" lightly and emphasizing "ther."
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "diphtheria" with a long "i" sound, saying "diph-ˈtheer-ia." The correct pronunciation features a short "i" sound, as in "diph-ˈther-ia." Tip: Practice saying "diph" and "ther" with short vowel sounds.
- Missing the "p" sound: A common mistake is to say "dith-ˈtheria," dropping the "p." The correct pronunciation includes the "p," as in "diph-ˈther-ia." Tip: Focus on clearly articulating the "p" to avoid this error.
- Overemphasizing the "h": Some speakers add an unnecessary "h" sound, pronouncing it as "diph-ˈhtheria." The correct form does not include this sound. Tip: Keep the pronunciation smooth; the "h" is silent in this context.
- Confusing "diphtheria" with similar words: It's easy to mix up "diphtheria" with "diphthong." Remember, "diphtheria" is pronounced "diph-ˈther-ia," while "diphthong" has a different stress and vowel sound. Tip: Use flashcards to differentiate between these terms.