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flatulence
Definition:
(nou) a state of excessive gas in the alimentary canal (nou) pompously embellished language
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈflætjʊləns
Examples:
It is used as a cure for indigestion, flatulence, dyspepsia and diarrhoea.
This also is a reference to the word flatulence.
It is not fermented and in fact it is often a cause of flatulence.
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Common mistakes of flatulence pronunciation
- Misplacing stress: Many people incorrectly stress the second syllable, saying "fla-ˈtju-ləns". The correct stress is on the first syllable: "ˈflæt.jə.ləns". Tip: Practice saying "FLAT-u-lence" to emphasize the first syllable.
- Incorrect vowel sound: Some pronounce "flatulence" with a long "a", sounding like "flay-tulence". The correct pronunciation uses a short "a" as in "cat": "flæ". Tip: Remember that "a" in "flatulence" is pronounced like in "hat".
- Overemphasizing the "u": It's common to overly stress the "u" sound, leading to "flatu-ˈlence". The correct pronunciation has a schwa sound: "flæt.jə.ləns". Tip: Focus on a quick, soft "jə" to keep the flow natural.
- Skipping syllables: Some may say "flat-lence", omitting the middle syllable. The full pronunciation includes all syllables: "ˈflæt.jə.ləns". Tip: Break it down into three parts: "FLAT", "u", "lence" to ensure clarity.
- Confusing with similar words: People may confuse "flatulence" with "flatulent", leading to mispronunciation. "Flatulent" is pronounced "ˈflæt.jə.lənt". Tip: Pay attention to the endings to distinguish them, ensuring you pronounce the correct suffix.