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epididymitis
Definition:
(nou) painful inflammation of the epididymis
Examples:
An inflammation of the epididymis is called epididymitis.
In adults the most common cause is epididymitis.
Infection is the most common cause of epididymitis.
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Common mistakes of epididymitis pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ep-i-ˌdī-ˈmī-tis". The correct stress is on the fourth syllable: "ep-i-ˌdɪd-ɪ-ˈmaɪ-tɪs". Tip: Focus on the "maɪ" part to emphasize the correct syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some may pronounce "dyd" as "dɪd" instead of "dɪd". This can lead to confusion. Tip: Practice saying "dih" as in "did" to ensure clarity in the second syllable.
- Overlooking the final "tis": Learners might drop the "tis" ending, saying "epididymit". The full pronunciation is essential for clarity. Tip: Always finish with "tis" pronounced as "tɪs" to complete the word.
- Blending syllables: Some may blend "epididymitis" into fewer syllables, making it sound like "epididymit". This can obscure the word. Tip: Break it down into parts: "ep-i-did-y-mit-is" to maintain clear syllable separation.
- Confusing "d" and "t" sounds: Occasionally, learners substitute "t" for "d", resulting in "epitidymitis". This alters the word significantly. Tip: Pay attention to the voiced "d" in "dyd" to avoid this mistake.