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epilepsy
Definition:
(nou) a disorder of the central nervous system characterized by loss of consciousness and convulsions
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈepɪlepsi
Examples:
She suffered with epilepsy.
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Common mistakes of epilepsy pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many learners incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "ep-i-ˈlep-sy". The correct stress is on the third syllable: "ˌep-ɪ-ˈlep-si". Tip: Practice saying "epilepsy" slowly, emphasizing the "lep".
- Overemphasizing the "e": Some pronounce "epilepsy" with a strong "e" at the beginning, like "ˈɛ-pɪ-lep-si". This can sound unnatural. Tip: Focus on a lighter "e" sound, as in "ˌep-ɪ-ˈlep-si".
- Skipping the "i": A common mistake is omitting the "i" sound, pronouncing it as "ˈep-lep-si". This alters the word's clarity. Tip: Ensure you include the "i" sound, making it "ˌep-ɪ-ˈlep-si".
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Some learners may use an incorrect vowel sound in the second syllable, saying "ep-ə-ˈlep-si". The correct pronunciation uses a short "i" sound. Tip: Practice the "ɪ" sound for clarity: "ˌep-ɪ-ˈlep-si".
- Blending syllables: Some pronounce "epilepsy" as a single flow, like "ˈep-lep-si". This can make it hard to understand. Tip: Break it into three distinct syllables: "ˌep-ɪ-ˈlep-si".