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echinacea
Definition:
(nou) small genus of North American coarse perennial herbs
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EMEA has not approved echinacea for the common cold.
There are actually three outstanding references for echinacea and colds.
Alternative remedies such as echinacea and astragalus support the immune system.
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Common mistakes of echinacea pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ech-in-ˈa-cia". The correct pronunciation stresses the third syllable: "ˌɛk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃə". Tip: Remember to emphasize "neigh" in "echinacea".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some pronounce "echinacea" with short vowels, like "ˌɛk.ɪˈnæ.ʃə". The correct pronunciation uses long vowels: "ˌɛk.ɪˈneɪ.ʃə". Tip: Focus on extending the "a" sound in the third syllable.
- Overemphasizing the "h": A common mistake is to pronounce the "h" too strongly, leading to "ˌɛk.hɪˈneɪ.ʃə". The "h" should be soft and almost silent. Tip: Lightly touch on the "h" without making it prominent.
- Skipping syllables: Some speakers may drop the second syllable, pronouncing it as "ˈɛk.neɪ.ʃə". This leads to an incomplete pronunciation. Tip: Make sure to clearly articulate all three syllables in "echinacea".
- Confusing similar words: People often mix up "echinacea" with other plant names, leading to mispronunciations like "ˌɛk.ɪˈnæ.ʃə". Each word has distinct sounds. Tip: Practice saying "echinacea" separately to avoid blending it with other terms.