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femoral
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It is the displacement of the upper femoral epiphysis.
The femoral artery is a large artery in the muscles of the thigh.
The femoral ring is the base of the femoral canal.
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Common mistakes of femoral pronunciation
- Stress on the wrong syllable: Many people place stress on the second syllable, pronouncing it as "fem-OR-al" instead of the correct "FEM-or-al" (ˈfɛm.ər.əl). Tip: Remember to emphasize the first syllable.
- Mispronouncing the vowel sounds: Some learners incorrectly pronounce the "e" in "femoral" as a long vowel, saying "fee-moral." The correct pronunciation has a short "e" sound (ˈfɛm). Tip: Practice saying "fem" with a short, clipped vowel.
- Overemphasizing the "r": In "femoral," some speakers stress the "r" too much, leading to a pronunciation like "fem-o-RAL." The "r" should be subtle (ˈfɛm.ər.əl). Tip: Keep the "r" light and focus on the preceding vowel sounds.
- Confusing with similar words: Learners often mix "femoral" with "femur," leading to mispronunciations. "Femoral" refers to the thigh region, while "femur" specifically means the thigh bone. Tip: Familiarize yourself with both words and their distinct meanings.
- Ignoring the schwa sound: Some may skip the schwa sound in the second syllable, saying "femoral" as "femoral" (ˈfɛm.rəl). The correct pronunciation includes the schwa (ˈfɛm.ər.əl). Tip: Practice the second syllable to ensure the schwa is pronounced softly.