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How to pronounce:
genital
Phonetic Transcription:
ˈdʒenɪtəl
Examples:
Oral sex is the term given to genital stimulation by the mouth.
Both genders have apocrine and sebaceous glands in their genital regions.
For insects, it is the opening of the genital duct.
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Common mistakes of genital pronunciation
- Misplacing the stress: Many learners place stress incorrectly on the second syllable, saying "gen-i-tal" instead of "gen-i-tal" (ˈdʒɛn.ɪ.təl). Tip: Remember to stress the first syllable for correct pronunciation.
- Overemphasizing the "e": Some pronounce "genital" with a strong "e" sound, leading to "jeh-nital." This is incorrect. The correct pronunciation is "genital" (ˈdʒɛn.ɪ.təl). Tip: Keep the "e" subtle and quick.
- Omitting the middle vowel: A common mistake is dropping the "i" sound, resulting in "gen-tal." This alters the word significantly. The correct form is "genital" (ˈdʒɛn.ɪ.təl). Tip: Ensure to pronounce all vowels clearly.
- Confusing with "genitalia": Some confuse "genital" with "genitalia," leading to longer pronunciations. "Genital" (ˈdʒɛn.ɪ.təl) is shorter. Tip: Focus on the distinct syllables to avoid blending them together.
- Incorrect vowel sounds: Learners may mispronounce the "e" as in "see," leading to "jeenital." The correct sound is a short "e," as in "bed." Tip: Practice with words like "pen" to master the short vowel sound.