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dysentery
Definition:
(nou) an infection of the intestines marked by severe diarrhea
Examples:
By the end of the year, he was afflicted with dysentery.
He fell ill with dysentery and was bedridden by the end of May 1944.
May you contract dysentery and shit yourself into a desiccated coma.
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Common mistakes of dysentery pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "dy-SEN-tuh-ree" instead of the correct "DYS-en-ter-ee" (/ˈdɪs.ənˌtɛr.i/ in US, /ˈdɪs.ən.tə.ri/ in UK). Tip: Focus on stressing the first syllable for accuracy.
- Pronouncing the "y" incorrectly: Some pronounce "dysentery" with a "y" sound as in "yes," leading to confusion. The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound, as in "dysentery" (/ˈdɪs.ənˌtɛr.i/). Tip: Think of the "y" as a soft vowel sound.
- Ignoring the "en" sound: A common mistake is to skip the "en" sound, saying "DYS-tuh-ree" instead of "DYS-en-ter-ee." This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Practice saying the full "en" sound to maintain the correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "ter": Some speakers overly stress the "ter" syllable, saying "dys-en-TER-ee." The correct stress pattern is more balanced. Tip: Keep the stress on the first syllable to ensure proper pronunciation.
- Mispronouncing the ending: Ending with "ree" instead of "ter-ee" can lead to misunderstandings. Ensure you say "dysentery" with the correct ending sound. Tip: Break the word into syllables to practice the final sounds clearly.