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diverticulitis
Definition:
(nou) inflammation of a diverticulum in the digestive tract (especially the colon); characterized by painful abdominal cramping and fever and constipation
Examples:
Arnaz was also suffering from diverticulitis.
Infection of a diverticulum can result in diverticulitis.
It occurs with a repeated occurrence of acute diverticulitis.
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Common mistakes of diverticulitis pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners stress the wrong syllable, saying "di-VER-ti-cu-litis" instead of the correct "di-ver-ti-ˈkuː-laɪ-tɪs". Tip: Focus on the fourth syllable for the primary stress.
- Omitting vowels: Some pronounce "diverticulitis" as "diverticulits", dropping the second "i". This leads to confusion. Tip: Remember to articulate each vowel clearly, especially in "ˈkuː".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: A common mistake is pronouncing "i" as "ɪ", leading to "di-ˈvɪr-tɪ-ˌkuː-litis". Tip: Use the long "i" sound in the fourth syllable, ensuring clarity with "ˈkuː".
- Blending syllables: Some speakers merge syllables, making it sound like "diver-ticulitis". This can obscure the word. Tip: Keep each syllable distinct, especially the transition between "ti" and "cu".
- Mispronouncing the ending: Many say "diverticulitis" with a short "i" at the end, sounding like "diverticulit". This is incorrect. Tip: End with a clear "tɪs" sound to maintain the integrity of the word.